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For 1990-2009 cars only

Circuit Description

This DTC identifies a malfunction within the ECM.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

DTC C0550 is set when an internal EBCM malfunction exists.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

A malfunction DTC is stored, ABS/TCS is disabled and the ABS and traction control indicators are turned on.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

    • Condition for DTC is no longer present and scan tool clear DTC function is used.
    • 100 ignition cycles pass with no DTC(s) detected.

DTC C0550 ECU Malfunction

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

No

1

Was the Diagnostic System Check performed?

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Go to Step 2

Go to Diagnostic System Check - ABS

2

Are any other DTC(s) present besides C0550?

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Go to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List for the Applicable DTC Table

Go to Step 3

3

Replace the EBCM. Refer to Electronic Brake and Traction Control Module Replacement .

Is the replacement complete?

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Go to Diagnostic System Check - ABS

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