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DTC C0899 ABS

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.

DTC Descriptor

DTC C0899: Device Voltage Low

Circuit/System Description

The electronic brake control module (EBCM) monitors the voltage level available for system operation. A low voltage condition prevents the system from operating properly.

Conditions for Running the DTC

Ignition is ON.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

This fault will be set if the ignition voltage to EBCM is less than 9 volts for 100 msec.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

    • Traction Control System (TCS) and Vehicle Stability Enhancement System (VSES) for the duration of the ignition cycle.
    • The TCS indicator turns ON.
    • The DIC displays the Service Stability System message.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

    • The condition for the DTC is no longer present.
    • The EBCM automatically clears the history DTC when a current DTC is not detected in 100 consecutive drive cycles.

Reference Information

Schematic Reference

Antilock Brake System Schematics

Connector End View Reference

Antilock Brake System 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

Circuit/System Testing

  1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the EBCM.
  2. Ignition OFF, test for less than 1.0 ohm of resistance between the ground circuit and ground.
  3. If the greater than the specified range, test the ground circuit for an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal replace the EBCM.
  4. Measure the voltage at the battery terminals.
  5. Ignition ON, observe the scan tool EBCM ignition voltage parameter. Verify that battery terminal voltage and ignition voltage readings do not differ more than 1-volt.
  6. If greater than the specified value , test the ignition voltage circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal replace the EBCM.
  7. Go to Charging System Test

Repair Instructions

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.

Control Module References for EBCM replacement, setup and programming.

DTC C0899 RDCCM

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.

DTC Descriptor

DTC C0899 03: Low Battery Voltage Current

Diagnostic Fault Information

Circuit

Short to Ground

Open/High Resistance

Short to Voltage

Signal Performance

Battery Positive Voltage Supply Circuit

C0899

C0899

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Circuit/System Description

The rear differential clutch control module (CCM) monitors the voltage level available for system operation. A low voltage condition prevents the system from operating properly.

Conditions for Running the DTC

Ignition is ON.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

This fault will be set if the voltage to CCM is less than 9 volts for 100 msec.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

One or more of the following actions may occur:

    • All Wheel Drive Off (AWD Disabled).
    • Service All Wheel Drive (Service AWD).

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

    • The condition for the DTC is no longer present.
    • The DTC is not detected in 40 consecutive drive cycles.

Reference Information

Schematic Reference

All-Wheel Drive Schematics

Connector End View Reference

Transfer Case Control Connector End Views

Electrical Information Reference

    •  Circuit Testing
    •  Connector Repairs
    •  Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections
    •  Wiring Repairs

Scan Tool Reference

    •  Scan Tool Data List
    •  Scan Tool Data Definitions

Circuit/System Testing

  1. Measure the voltage at the battery terminals.
  2. With scan tool, read the voltage in the CCM data list. Verify that battery terminal voltage, and CCM voltage readings do not differ more than 1 volt.
  3. If more than 1 volt, test the battery and ground circuit of the CCM for low voltage input or high resistance in the ground circuit. If the circuit test normal, test or replace the CCM.

Repair Instructions

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.

Control Module References for CCM replacement, setup and programming.