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For 1990-2009 cars only

Object Number: 215295  Size: SF

Circuit Description

DTC C1286 is an information only DTC. DTC C1286 reflects the status of the command the EBCM issues to illuminate the red BRAKE warning indicator. If another DTC issues a command to illuminate the red BRAKE warning indicator, EEPROM will store DTC C1286 as a history DTC at the conclusion of the ignition cycle.

Diagnostic Aids

The following ABS mechanical DTCs command the red BRAKE warning indicator to illuminate. The DTCs will also cause EEPROM to store DTC C1286 during shutdown:

    • C1238
    • C1241
    • C1242
    • C1246
    • C1251

If the motors are not in their home position, the following electrical DTCs will also command the red BRAKE warning indicator on:

    • C1214
    • C1216
    • C1218
    • C1255
    • C1256
    • C1257
    • C1258
    • C1261
    • C1262
    • C1263
    • C1264
    • C1265
    • C1266

If any of the electrical DTCs are indicated along with DTC C1286, correct the electrical DTCs prior to addressing a DTC C1286 malfunction.

DTC C1286 EBCM/EBTCM Turned ON BRK Warn Indicator

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

No

1

Was the Diagnostic System Check performed?

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Go to Step 2

Go to Diagnostic System Check

2

  1. Turn the ignition switch to the RUN position.
  2. Do not start the engine.

  3. Install the Scan Tool .
  4. Use the Scan Tool in order to inspect for DTCs.

Was the DTC C1286 cleared?

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Go to Diagnostic System Check

Go to Step 3

3

Use the Scan Tool in order to clear DTC C1286.

Was DTC C1286 cleared?

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Go to Diagnostic System Check

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