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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 the diagnostic approach.
    •  Diagnostic Procedure Instructions provides an overview of each diagnostic category

DTC Descriptor

DTC C0899 00: Power Supply Circuit Low Voltage

Circuit Description

The electronic brake control module (EBCM) monitors the voltage level available for system operation. A low voltage condition prevents the system from operating correctly.

Conditions for Running the DTC

    • The ignition is ON.
    • The vehicle speed is greater than 8 km/h (5 mph).

Conditions for Setting the DTC

One of the following conditions exists for 0.72 seconds:

    • During initialization or when the system is inactive, the system voltage is less than 9.6 volts.
    • During the system operation, the system voltage is less than 9.3 volts.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

    • The EBCM disables the Antilock Brake System (ABS)/Traction Control System (TCS)/Electronic Stability Control (ESP)/Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD) for the duration of the ignition cycle.
    • The multi function display (MFD) displays the ABS Fault message.
    • The multi function display (MFD) displays the Traction Ctrl Off message.
    • The multi function display (MFD) displays the Stability Ctrl Off message.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

    • The condition for setting the DTC is no longer present.
    • The DTC can be cleared using a scan tool.

Diagnostic Aids

    • Test the charging system. Refer to Charging System Test .
    • Possible causes of this DTC are the following conditions:
       - A charging system malfunction
       - Too much battery draw
       - A weak battery
       - A faulty system ground

Reference Information

Schematic Reference

Antilock Brake System Schematics

Connector End View Reference

Component Connector End Views

Electrical Information Reference

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

Scan Tool Reference

Control Module References

Circuit/System Verification

With scan tool installed, clear the DTCs then drive the vehicle in a straight line at a speed greater than 20 km/h (13 mph).

Circuit/System Testing

  1. Measure the voltage at the battery terminals.
  2. With a scan tool, observe the Switched System Battery Voltage parameter in the ABS data list. Verify that battery terminal voltage and ignition voltage readings do not differ more than 1 volt.
  3. If more than 1 volt, test the ground circuit of the EBCM for high resistance. If the circuit test normal, test or replace the EBCM.

Repair Instructions

    •  Electronic Brake Control Module Replacement .
    •  Control Module References