Circuit Description
The Electronic Suspension Control (ESC) module performs checks of internal calibration data. If a fault condition is detected, the ESC module will set the fault DTC, and may, depending upon the fault type, turn on the SERVICE SUSPENSION SYS message. Additionally, depending upon the type of the internal fault, the system will either enter a Speed Dependent Damping mode or disable all dampers. In the latter case, a message will be sent to the PCM to cause the vehicle speed to be limited and turn on the SPEED LIMITED TO XXX message. Recovery from any controller fault condition is attempted only after the ignition is cycled ON and OFF.
Conditions for Running the DTC
The ignition is ON.
Conditions for Setting the DTC
| • | The DTC is set when any calibration faults internal to the ESC module are detected. |
| • | The fault is detected during three consecutive ignition cycles, or during the same ignition cycle after clearing the DTC with the scan tool. |
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
Depending upon which of the internal functions are affected by the fault condition, the ESC module will take one of two sets of actions:
| • | If the fault condition allows continued output operation, the system will enter a Speed Dependent Damping mode, in which all four corners of the vehicle are concurrently driven by a fixed PWM duty cycle, which increases as a function of the vehicle speed. The SERVICE SUSPENSION SYS will be displayed. |
| • | If the fault is more severe, the control module will disable ALL dampers by commanding 0 % PWM duty cycle, disabling the damper switched battery circuit, and sending a message to the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) to limit vehicle speed. The SERVICE SUSPENSION SYS and SPEED LIMITED TO XXX will be displayed. |
Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC
| • | The scan tool can be used to clear the DTC. |
| • | The DTC is saved as HISTORY when the ESC module no longer senses the hardware fault and the ignition is cycled OFF and ON. |
Test Description
The number below refers to the step number on the diagnostic table.
Step | Action | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|
1 | Did you perform the Road Sensing Suspension Diagnostic System Check? | Go to Step 2 | |
Does the DTC reset? | Go to Step 3 | System OK | |
3 |
Important: Perform the set up and calibration procedure for the ESC module. Replace the ESC module. Refer to Electronic Suspension Control Module Replacement . Did you complete the replacement? | Go to Step 4 | -- |
4 |
Does the DTC reset? | Go to Step 2 | System OK |
