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Diagnostic Instructions

    • Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using this diagnostic procedure.
    •  Review Strategy Based Diagnosis for an overview of this diagnostic approach.
    •  Diagnostic Procedure Instructions provides an overview of each diagnostic category.

DTC Descriptor

DTC C0898 00: Device Power and Ground Circuits

Diagnostic Fault Information

Circuit

Short to Ground

Open/High Resistance

Short to Voltage

Signal Performance

Ignition 1 Signal

C0898 00

C0898 00

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EBCM Ground

C0898 00

C0898 00

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Circuit/System Description

The electronic brake control module (EBCM) monitors the ignition voltage level and ground circuit condition available for system operation. A deep low voltage condition prevents the system from operating properly.

Conditions for Running the DTC

Ignition ON.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

The ignition voltage available to the EBCM is less than 8.25 volts for 100 msec.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

    • The traction control system (TCS) and vehicle stability enhancement system (VSES) are disabled for the duration of the ignition cycle
    • The Stability System Off and the Traction Control Off indicators turn ON.

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

Component Connector End Views

Description and Operation

    •  ABS Description and Operation
    •  Charging System Description and Operation

Electrical Information Reference

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

Scan Tool Reference

Control Module References

Diagnostic Aids

A low voltage or large voltage drop during operation with a DTC in multiple modules indicates a concern in the charging system.

Circuit/System Testing

  1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the EBCM.
  2. Test for less than 5 ohms between the ground circuit Connector X1 terminals 12 and 15 and ground.
  3. If greater than the specified range, test the ground circuits for an open/high resistance.
  4. Measure and record the voltage at the battery terminals. Observe the scan tool Battery Voltage Signal parameter. Verify that battery terminal voltage and battery voltage signal readings do not differ more than 1 volt.
  5. If the difference is more than 1 volt, test the battery positive voltage circuits of the EBCM for an open/high resistance, if the circuit tests normal replace the EBCM.
  6. Go to Charging System Test .

Repair Instructions

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.

Control Module References for EBCM replacement, setup and programming