| Table 1: | WSS Temperature vs. Sensor Resistance (S-pickup) |
| Table 2: | WSS Temperature vs. Sensor Resistance (T- Pickup) |
Circuit Description
The wheel speed sensor coil emits an electromagnetic field. A toothed ring on the wheel passes by the wheel speed sensor and disrupts this electromagnetic field. The disruption in the field causes the wheel speed sensor to produce a sinusoidal (AC) voltage signal. The frequency and amplitude of the sinusoidal (AC) voltage signal are proportional to the speed of the wheel. The amplitude of the wheel speed signal is also directly related to the distance between the wheel speed sensor coil and the toothed ring. This distance is referred to as the air gap.
Conditions for Setting the DTC
| • | No output signal from the right front wheel speed sensor for 1.0 second |
| • | Excessive right front wheel speed sensor resistance for 1.0 second |
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
| • | The ABS indicator lamp turns on |
| • | The ABS disables |
DTC C0221 is a Condition Latched DTC, which indicates that the above actions remain true only as long as the condition persists.
DTC C0221 is a DRP Non Critical malfunction. If any other DTC sets before this DTC is investigated and cleared, this will become a DRP Critical malfunction and the BRAKE indicator lamp will also turn on.
Conditions for Clearing the DTC
| • | Repair the conditions responsible for setting the DTC. |
| • | Use the Scan Tool Clear DTCs function. |
| • | A Condition Latched DTC may exist momentarily, or constantly. In either case, the DTC will be stored in the EBCM memory until it is repaired, and/or the DTC is cleared. After the DTC is repaired and/or cleared and the ignition is turned to ON, the ABS lamp will remain lit until the EBCM completes its power-up self test. This test concludes when the vehicle has reached a speed of greater than 13 km/h (8 mph) and the wheel speed inputs have been checked by the EBCM. |
Diagnostic Aids
Any of the following conditions may cause an intermittent malfunction:
| • | A poor connection |
| • | Wire insulation that is rubbed through |
| • | A wire breaks inside the insulation |
Thoroughly check any circuitry that is suspected of causing the intermittent 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 |
When inspecting a wheel speed sensor, inspect the sensor terminals and the harness connector for corrosion. If evidence of corrosion exists, then replace the wheel speed sensor. Refer to Wheel Speed Sensor Replacement .
Resistance of the wheel speed sensor will increase with an increase in sensor temperature. Refer to the following tables for temperature/resistance values.
°C | °F | Ohms |
|---|---|---|
Temperature vs Resistance Values (Approximate) | ||
-40 to 4 | -40 to 40 | 3915 to 5820 |
5 to 43 | 41 to 110 | 4769 to 6800 |
44 to 93 | 111 to 200 | 5560 to 8040 |
94 to 150 | 201 to 302 | 6600 to 9416 |
°C | °F | Ohms |
|---|---|---|
Temperature vs Resistance Values (Approximate) | ||
-40 to 4 | -40 to 40 | 1089 to 1630 |
5 to 43 | 41 to 110 | 1337 to 1900 |
44 to 93 | 111 to 200 | 1560 to 2230 |
94 to 150 | 201 to 302 | 1850 to 2651 |
Test Description
The numbers below refer to the steps in the diagnostic table:
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This step checks the resistance of the right front wheel speed sensor circuit.
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This step checks for continuity in the right front wheel speed sensor harness.
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This step checks the resistance of the right front wheel speed sensor.
Step | Action | Value(s) | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Was the Diagnostic System Check performed? | -- | Go to Step 2 | |
Is the resistance measurement within the specified range? | -- | Go to Step 5 | Go to Step 3 | |
Is the resistance measurement within the specified range? | 0-2 ohms | Go to Step 4 | Go to Step 10 | |
Using a J 39200 , measure the resistance between terminals A and B of the right front wheel speed sensor connector. Refer to the WSS temperature vs. resistance tables for applicable sensor resistance values. The values in these tables are for the temperature of the sensor, not the air temperature. Is the resistance measurement within the specified range? | -- | Go to Step 7 | Go to Step 11 | |
5 | Inspect the 4-way EBCM harness connector for poor terminal contact or corrosion. Does damage or corrosion exist? | -- | Go to Step 8 | Go to Step 6 |
6 |
Does the DTC set as a current DTC? | -- | Go to Step 9 | Go to Step 7 |
7 |
Refer to Diagnostic Aids for more information. Is the repair complete? | -- | -- | |
8 | Make necessary repairs to the 4-way EBCM harness connector. Refer to Connector Repairs . Is the repair complete? | -- | -- | |
9 | Replace the EBCM. Refer to Electronic Brake Control Module Replacement . Is the repair complete? | -- | -- | |
10 | Repair the open or high resistance in CKT 833 or CKT 872. Is the repair complete? | -- | -- | |
11 | Replace the wheel speed sensor. Refer to Wheel Speed Sensor Replacement . Is the repair complete? | -- | -- |
