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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 C0563 00: Calibration Read Only Memory (ROM) Checksum Error

Circuit/System Description

The electronic brake control module (EBCM) communicates with the engine control module (ECM), body control module (BCM) and instrument panel cluster (IPC) to correlate the correct calibrations are programmed in the EBCM.

Conditions for Running the DTC

Ignition voltage is greater than 9.6 volts.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

The EBCM has been improperly programmed.

Actions Taken When DTC Sets

    • The EBCM disables the ABS and the TCS for the duration of the ignition cycle.
    • The ABS indicator turns ON.
    • The TC indicator turns ON.
    • The VSES indicator turns ON.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

    • The condition for the DTC is no longer present.
    • The electronic brake control module (EBCM) automatically 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

Electrical Information Reference

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

Scan Tool Reference

Control Module References for scan tool information.

Circuit/System Verification

Verify that DTC C0563 is not set.

If the DTC is set, program the EBCM. If the DTC resets, replace the EBCM.

Repair Instructions

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.

Control Module References for EBCM replacement, setup, and programming