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Object Number: 397532  Size: MF
ABS Components
Cell 44: Traction Control Switch and PCM
Handling ESD Sensitive Parts Notice
Handling ESD Sensitive Parts Notice
Cell 50: Class 2 Serial Data Line
Cell 14: G202 (CKT 351 1 of 2)

Circuit Description

The instrument cluster controls the operation of the TRAC OFF indicator. The EBCM/EBTCM receives a traction control input when the traction control switch is pressed. The EBCM/EBTCM disables the TCS then sends a serial data class 2 message to the instrument cluster to turn the TRAC OFF indicator ON. Each time the ignition switch is cycled from the OFF to the RUN position, the TCS is enabled until the traction control switch is pressed.

Diagnostic Aids

    • It is very important that a thorough inspection of the wiring and connectors be performed. Failure to carefully and fully inspect wiring and connectors may result in misdiagnosis, causing part replacement with reappearance of the malfunction.
    • An intermittent malfunction can be caused by poor connections, broken insulation, or a wire that is broken inside the insulation.
    • If an intermittent malfunction exists, refer to Intermittents and Poor Connections Diagnosis in Wiring Systems.

Test Description

The number below refers to the step number on the diagnostic table:

  1. This step tests if the instrument cluster has the ability to control the indicator.

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

No

1

Was the ABS Diagnostic System Check performed?

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Go to Step 2

Go to Diagnostic System Check - ABS

2

  1. Use a scan tool in order to enter the Instrument Cluster Special Functions.
  2. Run the instrument cluster indicator lamp test (WOW the dash).

Did the TRAC OFF indicator turn ON then turn OFF?

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Go to Step 3

Go to Step 7

3

  1. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
  2. Disconnect the EBCM/EBTCM.
  3. Install the J 39700 and the J 39700-25 to the EBCM/EBTCM harness connector only.
  4. Press and hold the traction control switch.
  5. Using the J 39200 , measure the resistance between terminal 24 and terminal B of the J 39700 .

Is the resistance within the specified range?

5-15 ohms

Go to Step 6

Go to Step 4

4

  1. Disconnect the traction control switch connector.
  2. Using the J 39200 , measure the resistance between terminal 24 of the J 39700 and the traction control switch connector terminal A.

Is the resistance less than the specified value?

5 ohms

Go to Step 5

Go to Step 8

5

Measure the resistance between the traction control switch connector terminal A and a good ground.

Is the resistance less than the specified value?

5 ohms

Go to Step 9

Go to Step 10

6

Replace the EBCM/EBTCM. Refer to Electronic Brake Control Module Replacement .

Is the repair complete?

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Go to Diagnostic System Check - ABS

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7

Suspect the instrument cluster. Refer to Diagnostic System Check - Instrument Cluster in Instrument Panel, Gauges and Console.

Is the diagnosis complete?

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Go to Diagnostic System Check - ABS

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8

Repair the open in CKT 1571. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Is the circuit repair complete?

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Go to Diagnostic System Check - ABS

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9

Replace the traction control switch. Refer to Shift Lever Replacement - On Vehicle in Steering Wheel and Column - Tilt.

Is the repair complete?

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Go to Diagnostic System Check - ABS

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10

Repair the open in CKT 351. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Is the circuit repair complete?

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Go to Diagnostic System Check - ABS

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