For 1990-2009 cars only
Diagnostic Instructions
| • | Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using this diagnostic procedure. |
| • | Review Strategy Based Diagnosis for an overview of the diagnostic approach. |
| • | Diagnostic Procedure Instructions provides an overview of each diagnostic category. |
DTC Descriptor
DTC C0253 00: Centering ErrorCircuit/System Description
The electronic brake control module (EBCM) receives serial data messages from the steering wheel position sensor identifying the position and direction of the steering wheel rotation.
Conditions for Running the DTC
Ignition ON.
Conditions for Setting the DTC
The calculated steering angle from the steering wheel position sensor does not correlate with the steering angle calculated from the yaw rate.
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
One or more of the following actions may occur:
| • | The EBCM disables the antilock brake system (ABS)/traction control system (TCS) and vehicle stability enhancement system (VSES) for the duration of the ignition cycle. |
| • | The ABS indicator illuminates. |
| • | The Stabilitrak indicator illuminates. |
| • | The driver information center (DIC) displays All Wheel Drive Off/ Service Traction Control / Service Stabilitrak message. |
Conditions for Clearing the DTC
| • | The condition for the DTC is no longer present. |
| • | The EBCM 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
Description and Operation
Electrical Information Reference
Scan Tool Reference
Control Module References for scan tool information
Circuit/System Verification
- Verify that DTC C0186, C0196, C0252, or C0710 is not set.
- With the scan tool perform the Steering Angle Sensor Centering.
- Operate the vehicle within the conditions for setting, and verify the DTC does not reset.
| ⇒ | If any of the DTCs are set, refer to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List - Vehicle |
| ⇒ | If the DTC sets, replace the EBCM. |
Repair Instructions
Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.
Control Module References for EBCM replacement, setup, and programming
