For 1990-2009 cars only
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 C0280 00: Stability System Active Too LongCircuit/System Description
The electronic brake control module (EBCM) detects a malfunction when VSES brake intervention is active for more than an excessive amount of time.
Conditions for Running the DTC
| • | Ignition is ON. |
| • | The ignition voltage is above 10 volts. |
Conditions for Setting the DTC
The EBCM detects VSES is active for more than 15 seconds.
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
| • | The VSES functionality is disabled |
| • | A DIC message and/or a warning indicator may be displayed. |
Conditions for Clearing the DTC
| • | The condition for the DTC is no longer present. |
| • | The EBCM clears the history DTC when a current DTC is not detected in 100 consecutive drive cycles. |
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
Verify that DTC C0280 is not set as current.
| ⇒ | If the DTC is set, clear the DTC with a scan tool, and operate the vehicle within the conditions for setting the DTC. If the DTC resets, replace the Yaw Rate/Lateral sensor. |
Repair Instructions
Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.
