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Object Number: 413323  Size: MF
ABS Components
Cell 44: Power, Ground, and ANTILOCK Indicator
Cell 10: Battery
Handling ESD Sensitive Parts Notice
Cell 50: Power, Ground, and Class 2
Cell 50: Power, Ground, and Class 2 (Export)

Circuit Description

The class 2 serial data line allows all of the modules on the line to transmit information to each other as needed. Each module is assigned an ID. All of the information sent out on the line is assigned a priority by which it is received. When the ignition is turned ON, each module begins to send and receive information. Each module on the class 2 serial data line knows what information the module needs to send out and what information the module should be receiving. What the modules do not know is which module is supposed to send the information. This information is only learned after the module has received the information needed along with the ID of the module that sent the information. This information is then remembered until the ignition switch is turned off.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

    • The ignition is ON.
    • The PCM does not receive any messages from the EBTCM for 7 seconds.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

    • A malfunction DTC is stored.
    • The TCS is disabled.
    • The TRACTION CONTROL indicator is turned ON.
    • The ABS remains functional.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

    • The condition for DTC is no longer present and you used scan tool Clear DTCs function.
    • The condition for DTC is no longer present and you used the On-Board Clear DTCs function.
    • The EBTCM does not detect the DTC in 50 drive cycles.

Diagnostic Aids

    • Thoroughly inspect the wiring and the connectors. Failure to carefully and fully inspect the wiring and the connectors may result in misdiagnosis. Misdiagnosis may cause part replacement without repairing the malfunction.
    • The following conditions may cause an intermittent malfunction:
       - A poor connection
       - Rubbed through wire insulation
       - A wire broken inside the insulation
    • The following conditions are other possible causes for this malfunction:
       - A Class 2 transmit fault on the EBTCM
       - A Class 2 receiver fault on the PCM
       - Extreme Class 2 bus traffic
       - A wiring problem, terminal corrosion, or a poor connection in the CKT 1807
    • If an intermittent malfunction exists, refer to Intermittents and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems.

Test Description

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

  1. This step tests to see if the PCM is sending the proper power mode position message.

  2. This step tests to see if the EBTCM is sending out the required information on the Class 2 serial data line.

DTC C1298 PCM Class 2 Serial Data Link Malfunction

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

No

1

Was the Diagnostic System Check performed?

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Go to Step 2

Go to Diagnostic System Check

2

Inspect grounds G101 and G104 ensuring that each ground is clean, tight and free of damage.

Were any loose, damaged, or corroded grounds found?

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Go to Step 3

Go to Step 4

3

Repair the grounds as necessary. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Is the repair complete?

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Go to Diagnostic System Check

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4

  1. Turn the ignition switch to the RUN position with the engine off.
  2. Using a scan tool, read the ABS/TCS DTCs.

Is DTC U1016 or DTC U1255 present?

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Go to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List

Go to Step 5

5

  1. Using a scan tool in the ABS/TCS Data List, read the power mode position.
  2. While reading the scan tool, turn the ignition switch to the following positions:
  3. • OFF
    • UNLOCK
    • RUN
    • CRANK

Does the scan tool read the proper power mode position?

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Go to Step 6

Refer to Diagnostic System Check

6

Using a scan tool in the Applications Menu, read the Class 2 Normal Mode Message Monitor.

Is the EBTCM sending a Class 2 Normal Mode Message?

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Go to Step 7

Go to Step 8

7

Suspect the PCM. Refer to Powertrain On Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check in Engine Controls 4.6L.

Is the diagnosis complete?

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Go to Diagnostic System Check

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8

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

Is the replacement complete?

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Go to Diagnostic System Check

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