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Circuit Description

Traction Control is simultaneously controlled by the EBCM and the Powertrain Control Module (PCM). The PCM sends a DELIVERED TORQUE message via a Pulse Width Modulated (PWM) signal to the EBCM confirming the delivered torque level for proper Traction Control system operation. The EBCM supplies the pull up voltage.

Conditions for Running the DTC

The ignition is ON.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

DTC C1276 can be set anytime when ignition voltage is present. A malfunction exists if the PWM signal is out of range or no signal is received for a period of 7.0 seconds.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

    • The EBCM disables the TCS for the duration of the ignition cycle.
    • The Traction Off indicator turns ON.
    • The message center displays the Service Traction System message.
    • The ABS remains functional.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

    • Condition for DTC is no longer present and scan tool clear DTC function is used.
    • 100 ignition cycles have passed with no DTCs detected.

Diagnostic Aids

    • Possible causes for DTC C1276 to set are:
       - Delivered Torque line open.
       - Delivered Torque line shorted to ground.
       - Delivered Torque line shorted to voltage.
       - Communication frequency malfunction.
    • 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.
    • If an intermittent malfunction exists refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems.

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

No

1

Did you perform the ABS Diagnostic System Check?

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Go to Step 2

Go to Diagnostic System Check - ABS

2

Inspect the following grounds, making sure each ground is clean and torqued to the proper specification:

    • G113
    • G151

Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Step 11

Go to Step 3

3

  1. Install a scan tool.
  2. Start the engine.
  3. With a scan tool, observe the Delivered Torque parameter in the ABS/TCS/TIM data list.

Does the scan tool display within the specified range?

5-95%

Go to Step 4

Go to Step 5

4

  1. Turn OFF the ignition.
  2. Important: Removing battery voltage or ground from the EBCM will result in the following conditions:

       • Loss of the TIM learned tire inflation configuration parameters
       • Set DTC C1245 Low Tire Pressure Detected
    Inspect the tire pressures and perform the TIM reset when diagnosis is complete.

  3. Disconnect the EBCM harness connector.
  4. Install the J 39700 universal breakout box using the J 39700-99 cable adapter to the EBCM harness connector and the EBCM connector.
  5. Important: Disconnecting the EBCM connector and turning ON the ignition could cause other modules to set loss of communication DTCs (Uxxxx). Once the EBCM is reconnected, the EBCM may set one or both of the following DTCs:

       • DTC C1245 Low Tire Pressure Detected
       • DTC C1298 PCM Class 2 Serial Data Link Malfunction

  6. Start the engine.
  7. Using a DMM, measure the DC Hz between the delivered torque signal circuit and ground.

Does the frequency measure within the specified range?

121-134 Hz

Go to Step 8

Go to Step 9

5

Test the delivered torque signal circuit for an open. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Step 11

Go to Step 6

6

Test the delivered torque signal circuit for a short to ground. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Step 11

Go to Step 7

7

Test the delivered torque signal circuit for a short to voltage. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Step 11

Go to Step 8

8

Inspect the EBCM harness connector for poor connections/terminal tension. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Step 11

Go to Step 10

9

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

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Step 11

Go to Diagnostic Aids

10

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

Did you complete the repair?

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Go to Step 11

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11

  1. Use the scan tool in order to clear the DTCs.
  2. Operate the vehicle within the Conditions for Running the DTC as specified in the supporting text.

Does the DTC reset?

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Go to Step 2

System OK