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Object Number: 415860  Size: MF
Cell 44: Data Link Connector (DLC)
ABS Components
Antilock Brake System Schematic Icons
Antilock Brake System Schematic Icons
Antilock Brake System Schematic Icons
Antilock Brake System Schematic Icons

Circuit Description

The Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) turn the ABS Indicator on during the IPC bulb check for approximately 3 seconds when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position. If the EBTCM sets a Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) the EBTCM sends the IPC the command to turn the ABS Indicator on.

Test Description

The numbers below refer to step numbers on the diagnostic table.

  1. Checks if the Instrument Panel Cluster has the ability to turn the ABS indicator off or if the EBTCM is sending an incorrect command to turn the ABS indicator on.

ABS Indicator On with No DTC Set

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

No

DEFINITION: The ABS Indicator does not turn off after the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) bulb check and no ABS/TCS DTC(s) set.

1

Was the Diagnostic System Check performed?

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Go to Step 2

Go to Diagnostic System Check - ABS

2

Using a scan tool in the Instrument Panel Cluster Special Functions attempt to turn off the ABS Lamp.

Did the ABS Lamp Turn off?

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Go to Step 3

Go to Step 4

3

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

Is the Replacement complete?

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Go to Diagnostic System Check - ABS

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4

Replace the Instrument Panel Cluster. Refer to Instrument Cluster Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gauges and Console.

Is the Replacement complete?

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Go to Diagnostic System Check - ABS

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