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For 1990-2009 cars only

Object Number: 258344  Size: SF

Circuit Description

The CVRSS position sensor provides an analog voltage (0 to 5 volts) to the CVRSS control module which represents the position between the body and the wheel. The CVRSS control module provides the sensor with an 8 volt supply. The sensor is also grounded through the CVRSS control module.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

The DTC is set when the CVRSS control module measures the position sensor signal voltage below 0.35 volts or above 4.75 volts for more than 1 second.

The DTC turns HISTORY when the CVRSS control module senses voltage in the normal range (0.35-4.75 volts) for more than 1 second.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

    • The CVRSS will enter the Speed Dependent damping mode.
    • Both ICCS2 Datalink Outputs will be set to the default output states.
    • The SERVICE RIDE CONTROL message will be displayed.
    • Rear leveling will ignore the faulted position sensor input.
    • The ALC will be disabled if both rear position sensors are faulted.

Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC

    • Use the scan tool.
    • Use the On-Board diagnostic CLEAR RSS CODES feature.

Diagnostic Aids

This fault condition may be set due to the CVRSS position sensor supply over-current fault. If this is the case, the position sensor supply over-current fault (C1768) must be diagnosed first.

Test Description

Important: 

   • Do not backprobe the sensors, actuators, or any sealed connectors.
   • When all the diagnostics and repairs are complete, clear the DTCs and verify the operation.

  1. This step checks to see if the sensor supply line is faulted.

  2. This step checks for mechanical problems.

  3. This step checks for a low voltage fault condition.

  4. This step checks for an open circuit condition in the supply line or signal line.

  5. This step checks for a short circuit condition between the sensor ground and the signal line.

  6. This step checks for a short circuit condition between the sensor signal and chassis ground.

  7. This step checks for a high voltage fault condition.

  8. This step checks for a short to battery voltage condition on the sensor signal line.

  9. This step checks for a short circuit condition between the sensor signal line and the supply line.

  10. This step checks for an open circuit condition in the controller to ground path.

  11. This step checks for an open circuit condition in the controller to ground path.

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

No

1

Was the CVRSS System Check performed?

--

Go to Step 2

Go to Road Sensing Suspension Diagnostic System Check

2

Is DTC 1768 set?

--

Go to DTC C1768 Position Sensor Supply Fault

Go to Step 3

3

Check for mechanical abnormalities at the sensor (i.e. disconnected sensor link, etc).

Was a mechanical problem found?

--

Go to Step 27

Go to Step 4

4

Backprobe pin A4 and pin B3 of CVRSS control module connector C2 and measure the voltage between them.

Is the measurement less than the specified value?

0.5 V

Go to Step 5

Go to Step 17

5

  1. Turn the ignition OFF.
  2. Disconnect CVRSS control module connector C2. Check for proper seating of corresponding terminals, and for debris and/or corrosion.

Is the connection good?

--

Go to Step 7

Go to Step 6

6

Repair the poor connection condition?

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Road Sensing Suspension Diagnostic System Check

--

7

  1. Disconnect LR CVRSS Position sensor connector C414.
  2. Check for proper seating of corresponding terminals and for debris and/or corrosion.

Is the connection good?

--

Go to Step 9

Go to Step 8

8

Repair the poor connection condition.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Road Sensing Suspension Diagnostic System Check

--

9

Check for an open circuit condition in CKT 431.

Is an open circuit condition present?

--

Go to Step 10

Go to Step 11

10

Repair the open circuit condition in CKT 431.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Road Sensing Suspension Diagnostic System Check

--

11

Check for an open circuit condition in CKT 1210.

Is an open circuit condition present?

--

Go to Step 12

Go to Step 13

12

Repair the open circuit condition in CKT 1210.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Road Sensing Suspension Diagnostic System Check

--

13

Check for a short circuit condition (continuity) between CKT 1210 and CKT 452.

Is a short circuit condition present?

--

Go to Step 14

Go to Step 15

14

Repair the short circuit condition between CKT 1210 and 452.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Road Sensing Suspension Diagnostic System Check

--

15

Check for a short circuit condition (continuity) between CKT 1210 and ground.

Is a short circuit condition present?

--

Go to Step 16

Go to Step 24

16

Repair the short circuit to ground condition in CKT 1210.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Road Sensing Suspension Diagnostic System Check

--

17

Is the measurement greater than the specified value?

4.5 V

Go to Step 18

Go to Step 26

18

Is the measurement greater than the specified value?

10 V

Go to Step 25

Go to Step 19

19

  1. Turn the ignition OFF.
  2. Disconnect CVRSS control module connector C2.
  3. Disconnect LR CVRSS Position sensor connector C414.
  4. Check for a short circuit condition (continuity) between CKT 431 and CKT 1210.

Is a short circuit condition present?

--

Go to Step 20

Go to Step 21

20

Repair the short circuit condition between CKTs 431 and 1210.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Road Sensing Suspension Diagnostic System Check

--

21

Check for an open circuit condition in CKT 452.

Is an open circuit condition present?

--

Go to Step 22

Go to Step 23

22

Repair the open circuit condition in CKT 452.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Road Sensing Suspension Diagnostic System Check

--

23

  1. Connect the CVRSS control module connector.
  2. Backprobe pin B3 of CVRSS control module connector C2, and check for continuity to ground.

Is there continuity?

--

Go to Step 24

Go to Step 26

24

Replace the LR CVRSS position sensor. Refer to Electronic Suspension Rear Position Sensor Replacement .

Is the replacement complete?

--

Go to Road Sensing Suspension Diagnostic System Check

--

25

Repair the short circuit to voltage condition in CKT 1210.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Road Sensing Suspension Diagnostic System Check

--

26

  1. Turn the ignition OFF.
  2. Replace the CVRSS control module. Refer to Electronic Suspension Control Module Replacement .
  3. Install all of the connectors and components that were removed.
  4. Turn the ignition ON with the engine off.
  5. Important: The controller must be calibrated.

  6. Calibrate the CVRSS service controller using the scan tool. Refer to Electronic Suspension Control Module Calibration .

Is the CVRSS control module calibrated?

--

Go to Road Sensing Suspension Diagnostic System Check

--

27

Inspect the sensor link for a damaged or disconnected condition.

Is the sensor link damaged or disconnected?

--

Go to Step 28

Go to Step 24

28

Replace or reconnect the sensor link. Refer to Electronic Suspension Rear Position Sensor Replacement

Is the replacement or reconnection complete?

--

Go to Road Sensing Suspension Diagnostic System Check

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