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Object Number: 543601  Size: MF
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Circuit Description

The LOW TRACTION message is controlled by the EBCM. The LOW TRACTION message is activated (turned On) during a traction control event only. When the EBCM detects a low traction condition it turns on the LOW TRACTION message by sending a Class 2 message to the IPC.

Diagnostic Aids

    • It is very important that a thorough inspection of the wiring and connectors be performed. Failure to carefully and fully inspect wiring and connectors may result in misdiagnosis, causing part replacement with reappearance of the malfunction.
    • Thoroughly inspect any circuitry that may be causing the complaint for the following conditions:
       - Backed out terminals
       - Improper mating
       - Broken locks
       - Improperly formed or damaged terminals
       - Poor terminal-to-wiring connections
       - Physical damage to the wiring harness
    • The following conditions may cause an intermittent malfunction:
       - A poor connection
       - Rubbed-through wire insulation
       - A broken wire inside the insulation
    • If an intermittent malfunction exists refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems.

LOW TRACTION message always ON with no DTC

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

No

DEFINITION: LOW TRACTION message does not turn off after the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) bulb check and no ABS/TCS DTC(s) are set.

1

Did you perform the ABS Diagnostic System Check?

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Go to Step 2

Go to Diagnostic System Check - ABS

2

  1. Disconnect the EBCM connector.
  2. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.

Does the instrument panel still show the warning message LOW TRACTION?

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Go to Step 4

Go to Step 3

3

Replace the EBCM. Refer to Electronic Brake Control Module Replacement

Did you complete the repair?

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Go to Step 5

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4

Replace the Instrument Panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Assembly Replacement

Did you complete the repair?

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Go to Step 5

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5

  1. Use the scan tool in order to clear the DTCs.
  2. Operate the vehicle within the Conditions for Running the DTC as specified in the supporting text.

Does the DTC reset?

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Go to Step 2

System OK