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 - EBCMDTC C12E1 00: Device Voltage Low - EBCM
Diagnostic Fault Information
Circuit | Short to Ground | Open/High Resistance | Short to Voltage | Signal Performance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
B+ | C0899 00, C12E1 00 | C0899 00, C12E1 00 | -- | -- |
Ground | -- | C0899 00, C12E1 00 | -- | -- |
Typical Scan Tool Data
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 12 V 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
Description and Operation
Electrical Information Reference
Scan Tool Reference
Control Module References for scan tool information
Circuit/System Verification
- Engine running, accessories OFF, measure and record the battery voltage at the 12 V battery terminals. The voltage should be between 12.6 and 15.0 V.
- Observe the scan tool Battery Voltage Signal parameter. The reading should be between 12.6 and 15.0 Volts.
| ⇒ | If not within the specified range, refer to Charging System Test. |
Circuit/System Testing
- Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the EBCM.
- 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 circuits listed below and ground.
- Verify that a test lamp illuminates between the B+ circuit terminals listed below and ground.
- If all circuits test normal, replace the EBCM.
| • | Terminal 13 |
| • | Terminal 38 |
| ⇒ | If greater than the specified range, test the ground circuit for an open/high resistance. |
| • | Terminal 1 |
| • | Terminal 25 |
| ⇒ | If the test lamp does not illuminate, test the B+ circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance. |
Repair Instructions
Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.
Control Module References - for EBCM replacement, setup and programming.
