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DTC Descriptor

DTC C0244: Pulse Width Modulated (PWM) Delivered Torque

DTC P1689: Traction Control Delivered Torque Output Circuit

Diagnostic Fault Information

Important: Always perform the Diagnostic System Check - ABS prior to using this diagnostic procedure.

Circuit/System Description

The electronic brake control module (EBCM) and the powertrain control module (PCM) simultaneously control the Traction Control System (TCS). The PCM sends a Delivered Torque message via a pulse width modulated (PWM) signal to the EBCM. The duty cycle of the signal is used to determine how much engine torque the PCM is delivering.

Conditions for Running the DTC

The ignition is ON and the engine is running.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

    • Pulse signals from the Delivered Torque signal are not detected or are abnormal.
    • The Duty Cycle is less than 5 percent or more than 95 percent

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

    • The EBCM disables TCS and vehicle stability enhancement system (VSES) for the duration of the ignition cycle.
    • The Stability Caution indicator turns ON.
    • The driver information center (DIC) displays the TRACTION FAILED message.
    • The DIC displays the SERVICE STAB SYS message.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

    • The condition for the DTC is no longer present and the DTC is cleared with a scan tool.
    • 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
    •  Engine Controls Schematics

Electrical Information Reference

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

Scan Tool Reference

Scan Tool Data List

Circuit/System Verification

Use a scan tool in order to clear the DTCs. Cycle the ignition to OFF and then start the engine. A current failure will set a DTC.

If DTC does not reset refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections.

Circuit/System Testing

  1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the ECM harness connector. Ignition ON, measure for 10-12 volts on the delivered torque circuit at the ECM harness connector.
  2. ⇒ If the voltage is below 10 volts, test for an open or short to ground on the requested torque circuit. If an open or short to ground cannot be found, replace the EBCM.
  3. Connect one end of a test lamp to ground. With the DMM still connected to the PCM harness connector, touch the other end of the test lamp to the DMM lead connected to the PCM harness connector. The DMM voltage reading should drop below 0.5 volts.
  4. ⇒ If the voltage does not drop to below 0.5 volts, check for a short to voltage on the requested torque circuit. If a short to voltage cannot be found, replace the EBCM.
  5. If all circuits test normal replace the ECM.

Repair Instructions

    •  Engine Control Module Replacement
    •  Electronic Brake Control Module Replacement