DTC C0245. Chevrolet Avalanche

For 1990-2009 cars only

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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 C0245 00: Wheel Speed Sensor Frequency Error

The wheel speed sensor receives ignition voltage from the electronic brake control module (EBCM) and provides an output signal to the EBCM. As the wheel spins, the wheel speed sensor sends the EBCM a DC square wave signal, and uses the frequency of the square wave signal to calculate the wheel speed.

Conditions for Running the DTC

•	Ignition voltage is greater than 9.5 volts.

•	No wheel speed sensor faults exist.

•	Brake is not applied.

•	Vehicle is not cornering.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

Wheel speed differences between one wheel and the others is greater than 25 percent.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

•	The EBCM disables the traction control system (TCS) and vehicle stability enhancement system (VSES) for the duration of the ignition cycle.

•	The ABS indicator illuminates.

•	The StabiliTrak indicator illuminates.

•	The driver information center (DIC) displays all wheel drive (AWD) OFF/Service Traction Control/Service StabiliTrak message.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

•	The DTC becomes history when the conditions for setting the DTC are no longer present.

•	The history DTC clears after 100 malfunction-free ignition cycles.

Diagnostic Aids

•	Faulty wheel speed sensor will not set this DTC.

•	A vehicle using a space saver spare will not set this code.

Reference Information

Electrical Information Reference

•	Circuit Testing

•	Connector Repairs

•	Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections

•	Wiring Repairs

Scan Tool Reference

Control Module References for scan tool information

Circuit/System Verification

Inspect for one tire that has improper air pressure or improper size.