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For 1990-2009 cars only

Object Number: 483523  Size: MF

Circuit Description

The Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) turns the LOW TIRE indicator on during the IPC bulb check for approximately 3 seconds then off, when the ignition switch is turned to the RUN position. If the EBCM/EBTCM sets a Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) the EBCM/EBTCM sends a class 2 message to the IPC to command the LOW TIRE Indicator on.

Diagnostic Aids

    • It is very important that a thorough inspection of the wiring and connectors be performed. Failure to carefully and fully inspect wiring and connectors may result in misdiagnosis, causing part replacement with reappearance of the malfunction.
    • Thoroughly inspect any circuitry that may be causing the complaint for the following conditions:
       - Backed out terminals
       - Improper mating
       - Broken locks
       - Improperly formed or damaged terminals
       - Poor terminal-to-wiring connections
       - Physical damage to the wiring harness
    • The following conditions may cause an intermittent malfunction:
       - A poor connection
       - Rubbed-through wire insulation
       - A broken wire inside the insulation
    • If an intermittent malfunction exists refer to Intermittents and Poor Connections Diagnosis in Wiring Systems.

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

No

DEFINITION: LOW TIRE Indicator does not turn ON during the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) bulb check and no ABS/ETS/TCS DTC(s) set.

1

Was the Diagnostic System Check performed?

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Go to Step 2

Go to A Diagnostic System Check - ABS

2

  1. Turn the ignition switch to RUN.
  2. Observe LOW TIRE indicator in the instrument panel.

Does the indicator turn on for approximately 3 seconds and then turn off?

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Go to Step 6

Go to Step 3

3

  1. Using a scan tool in the Instrument Panel Cluster Special Functions.
  2. Go to WOW Instrument Panel in Output Control.
  3. In the WOW mode you can turn on or off the instrument panel indicators.
  4. All indicators will turn ON when commanded on.

Will scan tool command the LOW TIRE Indicator on then off?

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Go to Step 4

Go to Step 5

4

Replace the EBCM/EBTCM. Refer to EBCM/EBTCM Replacement .

Is the replacement complete?

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Go to A Diagnostic System Check - ABS

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5

Suspect the Instrument Panel. Refer to Diagnostic System Check - Instrument Cluster in Instrument Panel, Gauges and Console.

Is the repair complete?

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Go to A Diagnostic System Check - ABS

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6

Refer to Tire Inflation Monitoring System Operation .

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System OK

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