Diagnostic Instructions
DTC Descriptor
DTC C1209: Left Rear Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit High
DTC C1223: Left Rear Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit
DTC C1227: Left Rear Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit Range/Performance
DTC C1234: Left Rear Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit Low
Circuit/System Description
The wheel speed sensor receives a 12-volt power supply voltage from the electronic
brake control module (EBCM) and provides an output signal to the EBCM. As the wheel
spins, the wheel speed sensor sends the EBCM a DC square wave signal. The EBCM uses
the frequency of the square wave signal to calculate the wheel speed. If the EBCM
identifies an error, it sets a code and communicates via GMLAN to the engine control
module (ECM).
Conditions for Running the DTC
Ignition voltage is between 9 and 16 volts.
Conditions for Setting the DTC
• | The vehicle speed is greater than 16 km/h (10 mph). |
Action Taken when the DTC Sets
DTCs C1209, C1223, C1227 and C1234 are type C DTCs.
Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC
DTCs C1209, C1223, C1227 and C1234 are type C DTCs.
Reference Information
Schematic Reference
Connector End View Reference
Component Connector End Views
Electrical Information Reference
Scan Tool Reference
Control Module References
Circuit/System Verification
The ECM sets DTCs C1209, C1223, C1227 and C1234 in conjunction with the
EBCM, any EBCM wheel speed sensor DTCs should be diagnosed ahead of performing the
test below.
Circuit/System Testing
- Verify that no other DTCs are set.
- Ignition ON, using a scan tool view the current DTC's.
⇒ | If any of the following DTCs C1209, C1223, C1227 or C1234, are set to
current replace ECM. |
Repair Instructions
Perform the
Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.
Engine Control Module Replacement for engine control module replacement, setup and
programming.