Circuit Description
The dynamic rear proportioning (DRP) is a control system that replaces the hydraulic proportioning function of the mechanical proportioning valve in the base brake system. The DRP control system is part of the operating software in the electronic brake control module (EBCM). The DRP uses active control with the existing antilock brake system (ABS) in order to regulate the vehicle's rear brake pressure.
DTC Descriptor
This diagnostic procedure supports the following DTC:
DTC C0281 Dynamic Rear Proportioning (DRP) Performance
Conditions for Running the DTC
One or more faults have been detected by the EBCM in the ABS/traction control system (TCS) systems.
Conditions for Setting the DTC
One of the following conditions exists:
| • | DTC C0121, C0116, C0900, or C0550 sets. |
| • | DTC C0899 sets and the system voltage is less than 8.5 volts. |
| • | Two wheel speed sensor DTCs on the same axle set. |
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
| • | The EBCM disables the DRP for the duration of the ignition cycle. |
| • | The red brake warning indicator turns ON. |
Conditions for Clearing the DTC
| • | The condition for the DTC is no longer present and the DTC is cleared with a scan tool. |
| • | The EBCM automatically clears the history DTC when a current DTC is not detected in 100 consecutive drive cycles. |
Diagnostic Aids
This DTC is for information only. As an aid to the technician, this DTC indicates that another DTC exists that fails DRP.
Test Description
The number below refers to the step number on the diagnostic table.
Step | Action | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|
Schematic Reference: Antilock Brake System Schematics | |||
1 | Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle? | Go to Step 2 | |
Does the scan tool display any ABS/TCS/VSES DTCs? | Go to Step 3 | ||
3 |
Does the DTC reset? | Go to Step 2 | Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections |
