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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 Descriptors

DTC C0035 00 : Left Front Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit

DTC C0035 0F : Left Front Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit Erratic Signal

DTC C0035 18 : Left Front Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit Signal Amplitude Less Than Minimum

DTC C0040 00 : Right Front Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit

DTC C0040 0F : Right Front Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit Erratic Signal

DTC C0040 18 : Right Front Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit Signal Amplitude Less Than Minimum

DTC C0045 00 : Left Rear Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit

DTC C0045 0F : Left Rear Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit Erratic Signal

DTC C0045 18 : Left Rear Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit Signal Amplitude Less Than Minimum

DTC C0050 00 : Right Rear Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit

DTC C0050 0F : Right Rear Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit Erratic Signal

DTC C0050 18 : Right Rear Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit Signal Amplitude Less Than Minimum

Diagnostic Fault Information

Circuit

Short to Ground

Open/High Resistance

Short to Voltage

Signal Performance

Left Front Sensor Voltage Supply

C0035 00

C0035 00

C0035 00

C0035 0F, 18

Left Front Sensor Signal

C0035 00

C0035 00

C0035 00

C0035 0F, 18

Right Front Voltage Supply

C0040 00

C0040 00

C0040 00

C0040 0F, 18

Right Front Sensor Signal

C0040 00

C0040 00

C0040 00

C0040 0F, 18

Left Rear Sensor Voltage Supply

C0045 00

C0045 00

C0045 00

C0045 0F, 18

Left Rear Sensor Signal

C0045 00

C0045 00

C0045 00

C0045 0F, 18

Right Rear Sensor Voltage Supply

C0050 00

C0050 00

C0050 00

C0050 0F, 18

Right Rear Sensor Signal

C0050 00

C0050 00

C0050 00

C0050 0F, 18

Circuit/System Description

The wheel speed sensor receives ignition voltage from the electronic brake control module (EBCM) and a ground through the chassis of the vehicle. As the wheel spins, the wheel speed sensor sends the EBCM a DC square wave signal. The EBCM uses the frequency of the square wave signal to calculate the wheel speed.

Conditions for Running the DTC

C0035-C0050 18

    • The ignition is ON.
    • Ignition voltage is greater than 8 volts.
    • The brake pedal is not pressed.
    • No other wheel speed circuit DTCs are set.
    • At least two other wheel speeds are not 0 km/h.

C0035-C0050 0F

    • The ignition is ON.
    • Ignition voltage is greater than 8 volts.
    • The brake pedal is not pressed.
    • A DTC is not set for the other wheel speed circuit on the same axle.

C0035-C0050 00

    • The ignition is ON.
    • Ignition voltage is greater than 8 volts.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

C0035-C0050 18

    • One wheel speed is 0 km/h.
    • The remaining wheel speeds are greater than 8 km/h (5 mph).
    • The difference between the remaining wheel speeds is less than 11 km/h (7 mph) from each other.

C0035-C0050 0F

If the EBCM detects a change in wheel speed that exceeds 20 km/h (12 mph) between two 10 millisecond wheel speed samples. If the condition occurs 3 times in 200 milliseconds, the code is set.

C0035-C0050 00

An open, short to ground or a short to voltage is detecteda on a wheel speed sensor circuit.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

    • The EBCM disables the antilock brake system (ABS)/traction control system (TCS)/ vehicle stability enhancement system (VSES) for the duration of the ignition cycle.
    • A DIC message and/or a warning indicator may be displayed.

Diagnostic Aids

C0035- 0050 18

Under the following conditions, 2 Wheel Speed Sensor Input is 0 and DTCs are set:

    • The 2 suspect wheel speeds equal zero for 6 seconds.
    • The other wheel speeds are greater than 16 km/h (10 mph).
    • The other wheel speeds are within 11 km/h (7 mph) of each other.

C0035-C0050 18, 0F, 00

If the customer comments that the ABS indicator is ON only during moist environmental conditions: rain, snow, vehicle wash, etc., inspect the wheel speed sensor wiring for signs of water intrusion. If the DTC is not current, clear all DTCs and simulate the effects of water intrusion by using the following procedure:

  1. Spray the suspected area with a 5 percent saltwater solution. To create a 5 percent saltwater solution, add 2 teaspoons of salt to 8 fl oz of water (10 g of salt to 200 ml of water).
  2. Test drive the vehicle over various road surfaces: bumps, turns, etc., above 40 km/h (25 mph) for at least 30 seconds.
  3. If the DTC returns, replace the suspected wheel speed sensor or repair the wheel speed sensor wiring.
  4. Rinse the area thoroughly when completed.

Reference Information

Schematic Reference

Antilock Brake System Schematics

Connector End View Reference

Antilock Brake System 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

    •  Scan Tool Data List
    •  Scan Tool Data Definitions

Circuit/System Verification

Observe the scan tool Wheel Speed Sensor parameter. The reading should be the same speed on all sensors when driving in a straight line at a speed greater than 20 km/h (13 mph).

Circuit/System Testing

  1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the EBCM.
  2. Ignition ON, test for less than 1 volt between the supply voltage circuit terminal of the appropriate sensor listed below and ground .
  3. • LF Sensor circuit terminal A1
    • RF Sensor circuit terminal A3
    • LR Sensor circuit terminal A5
    • RR Sensor circuit terminal A7
    If greater than the specified range, test the supply voltage circuit for a short to voltage.
  4. Test for less than 1 volt between the signal circuit terminal of the appropriate sensor listed below and ground.
  5. • LF Sensor circuit terminal A2
    • RF Sensor circuit terminal A4
    • LR Sensor circuit terminal A6
    • RR Sensor circuit terminal A8
    If greater than the specified range, test the signal circuit for a short to voltage.
  6. Ignition OFF, test for infinite resistance between the supply voltage terminal of the appropriate sensor listed below and ground.
  7. • LF Sensor circuit terminal A1
    • RF Sensor circuit terminal A3
    • LR Sensor circuit terminal A5
    • RR Sensor circuit terminal A7
    If less than the specified value, test the supply voltage circuit for a short to ground.
  8. Test for infinite resistance between the following signal circuit terminal of the appropriate sensor listed below and ground.
  9. • LF Sensor circuit terminal A2
    • RF Sensor circuit terminal A4
    • LR Sensor circuit terminal A6
    • RR Sensor circuit terminal A8
    If less than the specified value, test the signal circuit for a short to ground.
  10. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the appropriate WSS.
  11. Ignition OFF, test for less than 2 ohms between the appropriate supply voltage circuit terminals listed below.
  12. • LF Sensor circuit terminal A1 at the EBCM harness connector and terminal A at the WSS harness connector.
    • RF Sensor circuit terminal A3 at the EBCM harness connector and terminal A at the WSS harness connector.
    • LR Sensor circuit terminal A5 at the EBCM harness connector and terminal A at the WSS harness connector.
    • RR Sensor circuit terminal A7 at the EBCM harness connector and terminal A at the WSS harness connector.
    If greater than the specified value, test the supply voltage circuit for an open or high resistance. .
  13. Test for less than 2 ohms between the appropriate signal circuit terminals listed below.
  14. • LF Sensor circuit terminal A2 at the EBCM harness connector and terminal B at the WSS harness connector.
    • RF Sensor circuit terminal A4 at the EBCM harness connector and terminal B at the WSS harness connector.
    • LR Sensor circuit terminal A6 at the EBCM harness connector and terminal B at the WSS harness connector.
    • RR Sensor circuit terminal A8 at the EBCM harness connector and terminal B at the WSS harness connector.
    If greater than the specified value, test the signal circuit for an open or high resistance.
  15. If all circuits test normal, replace the appropriate wheel speed sensor. If the DTC resets replace the EBCM.

Repair Instructions

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.

    •  Front Wheel Bearing and Hub Replacement
    •  Rear Wheel Bearing and Hub Replacement
    •  Control Module References for EBCM replacement, setup, and programming