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Diagnostic Instructions

    • Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using this diagnostic procedure.
    • Review Strategy Based Diagnosis for an overview of the diagnostic approach.
    •  Diagnostic Procedure Instructions provides an overview of each diagnostic category.

DTC Descriptor

DTC C0895: Device Voltage

Circuit/System Description

Voltage is supplied to the electronic suspension control (ESC) module in the battery positive voltage circuit and the ignition voltage circuit. The ESC module monitors the supplied voltage to determine if it is within a valid operating range.

Conditions for Running the DTC

Ignition is ON.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

The DTC is set when the battery voltage is outside the normal range of 9-15.5 volts.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

Disable All Functionality

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

The DTC is saved as history when the ESC module no longer sees battery voltage outside the normal range of 9-15.5 volts. The DTC will clear if the fault does not return after 50 consecutive ignition cycles.

Diagnostic Aids

DTC C0895 may set when the vehicle is placed on a battery charger, on fast charge, for a long period of time. It may also be set by an intermittent charging system malfunction.

Reference Information

Schematic Reference

Electronic Suspension Control Schematics

Connector End View Reference

Electronic Suspension Control Connector End Views

Electrical Information Reference

    •  Circuit Testing
    •  Connector Repairs
    •  Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections
    •  Wiring Repairs

Circuit/System Testing

  1. If the DTC is history, refer to Charging System Test .
  2. If the DTC is current, turn ON the ignition, and with a DMM, measure the voltage between the battery positive voltage circuits of the ESC and the ground circuits of the ESC.
  3. If the voltage is within 9.5-15 volts, replace the ESC.
    If the voltage is not within 9.5-15 volts, measure the voltage between the battery positive voltage circuits of the ESC and a separate good ground.
    If the voltage is within 9.5-15 volts, test the battery positive ground circuits of the ESC for high resistance or an open, and repair as necessary.

Repair Instructions

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.

Control Module References for ESC replacement, setup and programming