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DTC C0899 EBCM

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 C0899 00: Device Voltage Low - EBCM

Diagnostic Fault Information

Circuit

Short to Ground

Open/High Resistance

Short to Voltage

Signal Performance

B+

C0899 00

C0899 00

--

--

Ground

--

C0899 00

--

--

Typical Scan Tool Data

Battery Voltage Signal - EBCM

Circuit

Short to Ground

Open

Short to Voltage

Operating Conditions: Ignition ON, Engine OFF.

Parameter Normal Value: 12.60 Volts.

B+

0.00 Volts*

0.00 Volts*

--

*The scan tool will not communicate with the EBCM if the battery voltage is less than 7 V.

Circuit/System Description

The electronic brake control module (EBCM) monitors the battery voltage level available for system operation. A low voltage condition prevents the system from operating properly.

Conditions for Running the DTC

The ignition is ON.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

One of the following conditions exists for 0.5 seconds, or 5 seconds if the engine is cranking:

    • The EBCM detects that the battery voltage is less than 9.7 V, and the vehicle speed is greater than 0 km/h.
    • The EBCM detects that the battery voltage is less than 8.45 V, regardless of vehicle speed.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

    • The antilock brake system (ABS), traction control system (TCS), and vehicle stability enhancement system (VSES) are disabled.
    • The electronic brake force distribution (EBD) is disabled, if the battery voltage is less than 8.45 V.
    • The ABS, traction off, and vehicle dynamics caution (VDC) warning indicators turn ON.
    • The BRAKE warning indicator turns ON, if the battery voltage is less than 8.45 V.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

    • The DTC will pass when the condition for setting the DTC is no longer present.
    • The EBCM clears a history DTC when the DTC does not fail in 100 consecutive ignition cycles.

Diagnostic Aids

A low voltage DTC in multiple modules indicates a concern in the charging system.

Reference Information

Schematic Reference

Antilock Brake System Schematics

Connector End View Reference

Component Connector End Views

Description and Operation

    •  ABS Description and Operation
    •  Charging System Description and Operation

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

  1. Engine running, accessories OFF, measure and record the battery voltage at the battery terminals. The voltage should be between 12.6 and 15.0 V.
  2. If not within the specified range, refer to Charging System Test.
  3. Observe the scan tool EBCM Battery Voltage Signal parameter. The reading should be between 12.6 and 15.0 Volts.

Circuit/System Testing

  1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the EBCM.
  2. Ignition OFF and scan tool disconnected, open and close the driver door, and wait 30 seconds. Test for less than 5 Ω between the ground circuit terminal 16 and ground.
  3. If greater than the specified range, test the ground circuit for an open/high resistance.
  4. Verify that a test lamp illuminates between the B+ circuit terminals listed below and ground.
  5. • Terminal 1
    • Terminal 32
    If the test lamp does not illuminate, test the B+ circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance.
  6. If all circuits test normal, replace the EBCM.

Repair Instructions

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.

Control Module References for EBCM replacement, setup and programming.

DTC C0899 CCM

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 C0899 03: Device Voltage Low - CCM

Diagnostic Fault Information

Circuit

Short to Ground

Open/High Resistance

Short to Voltage

Signal Performance

B+

C0899 03

C0899 03

--

--

Ground

--

C0899 03

--

--

Typical Scan Tool Data

Battery Volts - CCM

Circuit

Short to Ground

Open

Short to Voltage

Operating Conditions: Ignition ON, engine OFF.

Parameter Normal Value: 12.6 Volts

B+

0.0 Volts*

0.0 Volts*

12.6 Volts

Ground

12.6 Volts

0.0 Volts*

--

*The scan tool will not communicate with the CCM if the battery voltage is 0 V on the circuit.

Circuit/System Description

The rear differential clutch control module (CCM) monitors the voltage level available for system operation. A low voltage condition prevents the system from operating properly.

Conditions for Running the DTC

The ignition is ON.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

The CCM detects that the battery voltage is less than 9 V for 100 msec.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

The all-wheel drive is disabled.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

    • The DTC passes when the condition for the DTC is no longer present.
    • A history DTC is cleared when low voltage is not detected in 40 consecutive drive cycles.

Reference Information

Schematic Reference

All-Wheel Drive Schematics

Connector End View Reference

Component Connector End Views

Description and Operation

Rear Drive Axle Description and Operation

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

  1. Engine running, accessories OFF, measure and record the battery voltage at the battery terminals. The voltage should be between 12.6 and 15.0 V.
  2. If not within the specified range, refer to Charging System Test.
  3. Observe the scan tool CCM Battery Volts parameter. The reading should be between 12.6 and 15.0 Volts.

Circuit/System Testing

  1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connectors at the CCM.
  2. Ignition OFF and scan tool disconnected, open and close the driver door, and wait 30 seconds. Test for less than 5 Ω between the ground circuit terminal 3 X1 and ground.
  3. If greater than the specified range, test the ground circuit for an open/high resistance.
  4. Verify that a test lamp illuminates between the B+ circuit terminal 6 X1 and ground.
  5. If the test lamp does not illuminate, test the B+ circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance.
  6. If all circuits test normal, replace the CCM.

Repair Instructions

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.

Control Module References for CCM replacement, setup and programming.

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 C0899: Device Voltage Low

Diagnostic Fault Information

Circuit

Short to Ground

Open/High Resistance

Short to Voltage

Signal Performance

B+

C0899

C0899

--

--

Ground

--

C0899

--

--

Circuit/System Description

The electronic brake control module (EBCM) monitors the ignition voltage level available for system operation. A low voltage condition prevents the system from operating properly.

Conditions for Running the DTC

Ignition is ON.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

This DTC will set if the B+ voltage to EBCM is less than 9 V for 100  msec.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

    • The traction control system (TCS) and vehicle stability enhancement system (VSES) are disabled for the duration of the ignition cycle.
    • The ABS and TCS indicators illuminates on the IPC.
    • The brake warning indicator illuminates.
    • The driver information center (DIC) displays the SERVICE STABILITRAK / SERVICE TRACTION CONTROL message.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

    • The condition for the DTC is no longer present.
    • The EBCM automatically clears the history DTC when a current DTC is not detected in 100 consecutive drive cycles.

Diagnostic Aids

    • A low voltage DTC in multiple modules indicates a concern in the charging system
    • Inspect the ground connection G204 to ensure that it is clean and tight.

Reference Information

Schematic Reference

Antilock Brake System Schematics

Connector End View Reference

Component Connector End Views

Description and Operation

ABS Description and Operation

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

  1. Engine running measure and record the voltage at the battery terminals. Verify that the battery voltage is 12.6-15.5 V.
  2. If not within the specified range, refer to Charging System Test
  3. Observe the scan tool EBCM Battery Voltage Signal parameter. The reading should be between 12.6 and 15.5 V.

Circuit/System Testing

  1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the EBCM.
  2. Ignition OFF and scan tool disconnected, open and close the driver door, and wait 1 minute. Test for less than 5 Ω between the ground circuit terminal 16 and ground:
  3. If greater than the specified range, test the ground circuit for an open/high resistance.
  4. Verify that a test lamp illuminates between the B+ circuit terminals listed below and ground:
  5. • Terminal 1
    • Terminal 32
    If the test lamp does not illuminate, test the B+ circuits for a short to ground or an open/high resistance.
  6. If all circuits test normal, replace the EBCM.

Repair Instructions

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.

Control Module References for EBCM replacement, setup and programming