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ABS Components
Antilock Brake System Schematics

System Description

The diagnostic system check is an organized method of identifying any problems caused by a malfunction in the ABS system.

The service technician must begin diagnosis of any ABS complaint with the diagnostic system check.

The diagnostic system check directs the service technician to the next logical step in diagnosing the complaint.

Serial data is transmitted/received by the EBCM through connector C1 terminal C5. The EBCM is supplied switched ignition voltage through connector C1 terminal D9 and battery feed voltage through connector C1 terminal D8. The EBCM ground is provided through connector C2 terminal B.

Diagnostic Process

Use the following ordered procedure when servicing the ABS.

Failure to use the following procedure may cause the loss of important diagnostic data. Failure to use the following procedure may lead to difficult and time-consuming diagnosis procedures.

  1. Use the following procedure to perform a vehicle preliminary diagnosis inspection:
    2. • Inspect the brake master cylinder fluid reservoir.
    • Verify that the brake fluid level is correct.
    • Inspect the master cylinder for contamination.
    • Inspect the brake modulator for leaks or wiring damage.
    • Inspect the brake components of all four wheels.
    • Verify that no drag exists.
    • Verify that the brake apply operation is correct.
    • Inspect for worn or damaged wheel bearings.
    • Worn or damaged wheel bearings may cause a wheel to "wobble".
    • Inspect the wheel speed sensors and the wheel speed sensor wiring.
    • Verify that all of the sensors solidly attach.
    • Inspect for wiring damage, especially at vehicle attachment points.
    • Inspect the outer CV joint.
    • Verify that the outer CV joint is aligned correctly.
    • Verify that the outer CV joint operates correctly.
    • Inspect the tires. Verify that the tires meet legal trend depth requirements.
  2. Perform the Diagnostic System Check.

    3. If any DTCs are displayed, select DTC History.

    2.1. Determine which malfunction occurred the most recently.
    2.2. Diagnose and repair the most recent malfunction first.
  3. Determine if the following conditions exist:
    4. • No DTCs are present.
    • There are malfunctions in the mechanical components.
    • The failure is intermittent and cannot be reproduced.
  4. If the above conditions exist, attempt to reproduce the malfunction:
    5. 4.1. Use the automatic snapshot feature of the Scan Tool while test driving the vehicle.

    Perform normal acceleration, stopping, and turning maneuvers during the test drive.

    4.2. If the test drive does not reproduce the malfunction, perform an ABS stop.

    Perform the stop on a low coefficient surface (such as gravel).

    Perform the stop from a speed of 48-80 km/h (30-50 mph).

    Trigger the snapshot mode on any ABS DTC while performing the stop.

    4.3. If the ABS stop does not reproduce the malfunction, use the enhanced diagnostic information in the DTC History in order to determine if further diagnosis is needed. This determination will be based on the frequency of failure.
  5. Clear the ABS DTCs after all of the system malfunctions have been corrected.

Diagnostic Aids

Communication with the EBCM is not possible when excessive resistance exists in the following components:

    • Grounds
    • The power supply circuits

If communication with the EBCM is not possible, perform the following actions:

    • Verify that the EBCM ground connection is good.
    • Verify that no excessive resistance exists in any of the power supply circuits.

The following list contains items that need to be inspected when diagnosing this system:

    • Open REAR DEFG fuse.
    • Open TAIL DOME fuse.
    • Clean, tight G105.

Excessive resistance in the following circuits will not allow communication with the EBCM:

    • 1L08 -- Battery feed.
    • 1Y03 -- Switched ignition.
    • 9V01/G105 -- Ground.
    • 3H01 -- Serial data line.

If communication with the EBCM is not possible with a scan tool, ensure these circuits are in good condition and that there is no excessive resistance. Also check EBCM connectors C1 and C2 for poor connector terminal contact.

Important: Zero the J 39200 test leads before making any resistance measurements. Refer to the J 39200 user's manual.

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

No

1
  1. Verify that the EBCM connector is properly connected.
  2. Install a Scan Tool.
  3. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.

    4. Do not start the engine.

  4. Select the ABS portion of the chassis application on the Scan Tool.
  5. Select Data List on the Scan Tool.

Is data being received from the EBCM?

--

Go to Step 15

Go to Step 2

2

Read the Scan Tool display.

Does the Scan Tool display the message "No Communication With Vehicle. Check DLC Connector"?

--

Go to Data Link Communications System Check

Go to Step 3

3

Verify the correct connection of the Scan Tool to the DLC.

Is connection of the Scan Tool to the DLC correct?

--

Go to Step 4

Go to Step 26

4
  1. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
  2. Remove and inspect the fuse block TAIL DOME Fuse (15A).

Is the fuse open?

--

Go to Step 18

Go to Step 5

5
  1. Install the fuse block TAIL DOME Fuse (15A).
  2. Remove the fuse block REAR DEFG Fuse (15A).

Is the fuse open?

--

Go to Step 21

Go to Step 6

6
  1. Install the fuse block REAR DEFG Fuse (15A).
  2. Disconnect the EBCM connector.
  3. Use the J 39200 in order to measure the resistance between the EBCM connector terminal B and ground.

Is the resistance within the specified range?

0-2 ohms

Go to Step 7

Go to Step 27

7
  1. Disconnect the EBCM connector.
  2. Use the J 39200 in order to measure voltage between the EBCM connector terminal D8 and ground.

Is the voltage equal to or greater than the specified voltage?

10 V

Go to Step 8

Go to Step 28

8
  1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.

    2. Do not start the engine.

  2. Use the J 39200 in order to measure voltage between the EBCM connector terminal D9 and ground.

Is the voltage equal to or greater than the specified voltage?

10 V

Go to Step 9

Go to Step 29

9
  1. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
  2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  3. Disconnect the positive battery cable.
  4. Use the J 39200 in order to measure the resistance between the EBCM connector terminal B and the negative battery cable terminal.

Is the resistance within the specified range?

0-2 ohms

Go to Step 10

Go to Step 30

10

Use the J 39200 in order to measure the resistance between the EBCM connector terminal D8 and the positive battery cable terminal.

Is the resistance within the specified range?

0-2 ohms

Go to Step 11

Go to Step 31

11
  1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.

    2. Do not start the engine.

  2. Use the J 39200 in order to measure the resistance between the EBCM connector terminal D9 and the positive battery cable terminal.

Is the resistance within the specified range?

0-2 ohms

Go to Step 12

Go to Step 32

12
  1. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
  2. Use the J 39200 in order to measure the resistance between the EBCM connector terminal C5 and the DLC terminal 9.

Is the resistance within the specified range?

0-2 ohms

Go to Step 13

Go to Data Link Communications System Check

13

Use the J 39200 in order to measure the resistance between the EBCM connector terminal C5 and ground.

Is the resistance within the specified range?

OL

(Infinite)

Go to Step 14

Go to Data Link Communications System Check

14
  1. Inspect the following components:
    2. • The EBCM connector
    • The negative battery cable
    • The positive battery cable
  2. Inspect the components for the following conditions:
    3. • Poor terminal contact
    • Terminal corrosion
    • Damaged terminals

Are there signs of poor terminal contact, terminal corrosion, or damaged terminals?

--

Go to Step 33

Go to Step 39

15
  1. Connect the Scan Tool .
  2. Select DTCs.

Does the Scan Tool display any current DTCs?

--

Go to the applicable DTC table

Go to Step 16

16
  1. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
  2. Wait for ten seconds.
  3. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.

    4. Do not start the engine.

  4. Observe the amber ABS warning indicator.

Does the amber ABS warning indicator turn on for three seconds and then turn off?

--

Go to Step 17

Go to the appropriate symptom table

17
  1. Connect the Scan Tool .
  2. Select DTC History.

Does the Scan Tool display any history DTCs?

--

Go to Step 40

Go to Step 41

18
  1. Replace the fuse block TAIL DOME Fuse (15A) with a known good fuse (15A).
  2. Wait for ten seconds.
  3. Remove and inspect the fuse.

Is the fuse open?

--

Go to Step 19

Go to Step 35

19
  1. Disconnect the EBCM connector.
  2. Replace the fuse block TAIL DOME Fuse (15A) with a known good fuse (15A).
  3. Wait for ten seconds.
  4. Remove and inspect the fuse block TAIL DOME Fuse (15A).

Is the fuse open?

--

Go to Step 34

Go to Step 20

20
  1. Inspect CKT 1L08 for physical damage.

    2. Physical damage may cause a short to ground with the EBCM connector connected.

  2. Inspect the EBCM connector and the EBCM harness for physical damage.

    3. Physical damage may cause a short to ground with the EBCM connector connected.

  3. Reconnect the EBCM connector.
  4. Reinstall the fuse block TAIL DOME Fuse (15A).
  5. Wait for ten seconds.
  6. Remove and inspect the fuse block TAIL DOME Fuse (15A).

Is the fuse open?

--

Go to Step 25

Go to Step 38

21
  1. Replace the fuse block REAR DEFG Fuse (15A) with a known good fuse (15A).
  2. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.

    3. Do not start the engine.

  3. Wait for ten seconds.
  4. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
  5. Remove and inspect the REAR DEFG Fuse (15A).

Is the fuse open?

--

Go to Step 22

Go to Step 37

22
  1. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
  2. Disconnect the EBCM connector.
  3. Replace the fuse block REAR DEFG Fuse (15A) with a known good fuse (15A).
  4. Turn the ignition to the ON position.

    5. Do not start the engine.

  5. Wait for ten seconds.
  6. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
  7. Remove and inspect the REAR DEFG Fuse (15A).

Is the fuse open?

--

Go to Step 36

Go to Step 23

23
  1. Inspect CKT 1Y03 for physical damage.

    2. Physical damage may cause a short to ground with the EBCM connector connected.

  2. Reconnect the EBCM connector.
  3. Reinstall the fuse block REAR DEFG Fuse (15A).
  4. Turn the engine to the ON position.

    5. Do not start the engine.

  5. Wait for ten seconds.
  6. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
  7. Remove and inspect the fuse block REAR DEFG Fuse (15A).

Is the fuse open?

--

Go to Step 24

Go to Step 38

24
  1. Replace the EBCM.
  2. Replace the fuse block REAR DEFG Fuse (15A) with a known good fuse (15A).

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 1

--

25
  1. Replace the EBCM.
  2. Replace the fuse block TAIL DOME Fuse (15A) with a known good fuse (15A).

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 1

--

26

Disconnect and reconnect the Scan Tool in order to ensure a good connection.

Is the Scan Tool correctly connected?

--

Go to Step 1

--

27

Repair the open or high resistance in CKT 9V01.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 1

--

28

Repair the open or high resistance in CKT 1L08.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 1

--

29

Repair the open or high resistance in CKT 1Y04 or 1Y03.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 1

--

30

Repair the open or high resistance in any of the following components:

    • The negative battery cable
    • The negative battery cable terminals
    • The negative battery cable connections

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 1

--

31

Repair the high resistance in CKT 1L08 or the voltage feed circuits for the fuse block TAIL DOME Fuse (15A).

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 1

--

32

Repair the open or high resistance in one of the following circuits:

    • CKT 1Y04 and 1Y03
    • The power feed circuits to the Fuse Block. Refer to Cell 10 in Electrical Diagnosis.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 1

--

33

Replace the terminals or the connectors that exhibit the following conditions:

    • Poor terminal contact
    • Terminal corrosion
    • Damaged terminals

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 1

--

34

Repair the short to ground in CKT 1L08.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 18

--

35

Reinstall the fuse block TAIL DOME Fuse (15A).

Is the installation complete?

--

Go to Step 1

--

36

Repair the short to ground in CKT 1Y04 or 1Y03.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 21

--

37

Reinstall the fuse block REAR DEFG Fuse (15A).

Is the installation complete?

--

Go to Step 1

--

38

The malfunction is intermittent or not present at this time.

Refer to Diagnostic Process for more information.

Is the action complete?

--

Go to Step 1

--

39

Replace the EBCM.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 1

--

40

Review the Enhanced Diagnostics information in the Scan Tool manual.

Review the Diagnostic Aids for the History DTC.

Is the action complete?

--

Go to Step 1

--

41

Refer to Diagnostic Process to further diagnose customer concern.

Is the action complete?

--

System OK

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