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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.

Circuit/System Description

Battery voltage is supplied to the electronic brake control module (EBCM) through fuse F6 in the instrument panel (I/P) fuse block, to terminal 20 of the EBCM connector. The voltage is present when the ignition switch is in the ON or START position.

Reference Information

Schematic Reference

Antilock Brake System Schematics

Connector End View Reference

Component 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

Control Module References for scan tool information

Circuit/System Verification

  1. Verify EBCM connector is secure.
  2. If EBCM connector is not secure, repaire EBCM connection
  3. Verify battery voltage is 11-14V.
  4. If battery voltage is not as specified, test charging system, and/or replace battery if necessary.

Circuit/System Testing

  1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the EBCM connector.
  2. Ignition ON, check for 11-14V between the B+ circuit and ground.
  3. If the voltage is not as specified, test the B+ circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance.
  4. Test for less than 1 ohm between the ground circuits and ground.
  5. If greater than the specified range, test the ground circuit for an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the BPMV/EBCM.

Repair Instructions

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.

Control Module References for EBCM replacement, setup, and programming