Abbreviations and Definitions for GMC Truck GMC P42 Commercial Chassis 1999
BPMV: Brake Pressure Modulator Valve
CKT: Circuit
DLC: Data Link Connector
DMM: Digital Multimeter
DTC: Diagnostic Trouble Code
EBCM: Electronic Brake Control Module
EHCU: Electro-Hydraulic Control Unit
Infinite: Open Circuit/Unmeasurably High Resistance
LPA: Low Pressure Accumulator
OL: Open Circuit/Unmeasurably High Resistance
WSS: Wheel Speed Sensor
The EHCU is the entire ABS unit, including the BPMV and the EBCM. The
BPMV is defined as the hydraulic control portion of the EHCU. The BPMV includes
the internal control valves, the electric motor and the pumps. The BPMV does
not include the EBCM. The EBCM is the electronic control portion of the EHCU.
The EBCM mounts to the top of the BPMV. The EBCM is housed in aluminum with
a black plastic top.