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ABS Components
ABS/TCS Schematics

Circuit Description

Replacement EBTCMs require programming of the EBTCM memory. Program the EBTCM if a new EBTCM is installed in a vehicle. The programming is performed with the scan tool. When ABS Programming is performed with the scan tool, the engine type and the transmission type are coded into the EBTCM memory. The EBTCM requires the engine and transmission coding for TCS operation.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

The coding has not been programmed into the EBTCM.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

    • A malfunction DTC is stored.
    • The TC indicator lamp is turned on.
    • The TCS will be disabled.
    • The ABS remains functional.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

    • The condition for the DTC is no longer present.
    • The scan tool Clear DTCs function is used.
    • 100 drive cycles have passed with no DTC(s) detected.

Diagnostic Aids

In the most unfavorable circumstances, incorrect programming can lead to minor driveability problems.

Test Description

The number(s) below refer to the step number(s) on the diagnostic table.

  1. If DTC C0551 is set as a current DTC, perform the ABS Programming in ABS diagnostics of the scan tool.

DTC C0551 Option Configuration Error

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

The EBTCM requires ABS Programming. Perform the following step:

  1. Use a scan tool to select ABS Diagnostics.
  2. Select and run ABS Programming in ABS Diagnostics.

is the programming complete?

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Go to Step 3

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3

  1. Install the scan tool.
  2. Turn the ignition switch to the RUN position with the engine off.
  3. Use the scan tool to read the DTCs.

Did DTC C0551 set as a current DTC?

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Go to Step 4

Go to Diagnostic System Check - ABS

4

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

Is the repair complete?

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Go to Diagnostic System Check - ABS

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