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Circuit Description

This circuit is used to monitor the voltage level available to the electronic brake control module (EBCM). If the voltage drops below a certain level, full performance of the system cannot be guaranteed. During ABS operation, there are several current requirements that will cause battery voltage to drop. Because of this, voltage is monitored prior to ABS operation to indicate a good charging system condition and also during ABS operation when voltage may drop significantly.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

DTC C1102 can only be set if the vehicles speed is greater than 8 km/h (5 mph), if the ignition voltage to terminal 4 and battery voltage to terminal 9 and 25 are less than 10.5 volts during non ABS or initialization. The DTC will also set if the ignition voltage is below 10.5 volts and the battery voltage is below 9 volts during ABS.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

    • The solenoid relay opens, removing voltage from the solenoids and pump motor.
    • DTC C1102 is stored.
    • ABS disabled, ABS warning lamp turns ON.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

    • If the conditions that set the DTC C1102 are no longer present, the DTC may be cleared by using the proper scan tool.
    • The DTC that has not occurred in 100 drive cycles will be cleared from history data.

Diagnostic Aids

Typical causes for DTC C1102 to set:

    • Weak or discharged battery
    • Poor battery terminal contact
    • Excessive battery draws from factory or after-market equipment parasitic load.
    • Poor battery ground at block or chassis
    • Poor terminal contact at the EBCM
    • Poor EBCM ground connection
    • Charging system malfunction generator

Thoroughly inspect the wiring and the connectors. Failure to inspect the wiring and the connectors carefully and fully can cause replacement of parts without repairing the malfunction.

Step

Action

Values

Yes

No

1

Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - ABS?

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Go to Step 2

Go to Diagnostic System Check - ABS

2

  1. Disconnect the electronic brake control module (EBCM) connector.
  2. Turn the ignition switch ON.
  3. Check the voltage between the terminal 4 and 8 of the EBCM connector.
  4. Check the voltage between the terminal 4 and 24 of the EBCM connector.

Were the voltages within the specified range?

9.4-17 V

Go to Step 3

Go to Step 4

3

  1. Replace the EBCM. Refer to Brake Pressure Modulator Valve Assembly Replacement .
  2. Check again the diagnostic circuit.

Did you find any problem?

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Go to Step 1

System OK

4

Check the battery voltage between the positive and negative terminals of the battery.

Was the voltage within the specified range?

9.4-17 V

Go to Step 6

Go to Step 5

5

Replace the battery. Refer to Battery and Battery Tray Replacement .

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Go to Step 1

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6

Check the resistance between terminal 4 of the EBCM connector and the terminal (+) of the battery.

Does the resistance measure less than the specified value?

1 ohms

Go to Step 8

Go to Step 7

7

  1. Check both the terminals mentioned in step 6.
  2. Repair the terminals, as needed.
  3. Check the EBCM connector and wiring harness.
  4. Repair or replace the wiring harness as needed.

Did you find and correct the condition?

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System OK

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8

Check the resistance between the terminal 8, 24 and G104.

Does the resistance measure less than the specified value?

1 ohms

Go to Step 10

Go to Step 9

9

Repair or replace the EBCM connector or G104.

Did you complete the repair?

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Go to Step 1

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10

  1. Connect a voltmeter to the positive and negative terminal of the battery.
  2. Turn OFF all accessories.
  3. Start the engine.
  4. Monitor the voltage on the meter with the engine running at 2,000 RPM for several seconds.
  5. And also check the voltage between the terminal 4 and 8. And also check the voltage between the terminal 4 and 24.

Do the voltages measure less than the specified value?

17 V

Go to Step 1

Go to Step 11

11

Repair the alternator.

Did you complete the repair?

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Go to Step 1

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