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. |
Circuit/System Description
The instrument panel cluster (IPC) illuminates the traction off indicator by supplying ground to the lamp. The electronic brake control module (EBCM) sends a serial data messages to the IPC, in order to command the indicator ON or OFF.
Circuit/System Testing
Important: Diagnose all vehicle DTCs before using this diagnostic.
With the scan tool, select instrument panel special functions Lamp Test. Command the instrument panel warning lamps OFF.
| ⇒ | If the traction off indicator does not turn off, replace the IPC. |
| ⇒ | If the traction off indicator turns off and there are no DTCs stored in any vehicle systems, replace the EBCM. |
Repair Instructions
Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.
Control Module References for EBCM or IPC replacement, setup, and programming
