For 1990-2009 cars only
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 C0253 00: Centering ErrorCircuit/System Description
The usable output voltage range for the yaw rate sensor signal and lateral accelerometer sensor signal is 0.25-4.75 volts. The scan tool will report zero lateral acceleration or yaw rate as 2.5 volts with no sensor bias present. The sensor bias compensates for sensor mounting alignment errors, electronic signal errors, temperature changes, and manufacturing differences.
Conditions for Running the DTC
The vehicle speed is greater than 40 km/h (25 mph).
Conditions for Setting the DTC
The vehicle has been driven for 10 minutes without completing steer angle centering.
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
| • | The EBCM disables the VSES for the duration of the ignition cycle. |
| • | A DIC message and/or a warning indicator may be displayed. |
| • | The antilock brake system (ABS) and traction control system (TCS) remain functional. |
Conditions for Clearing the DTC
| • | The condition for the DTC is no longer present. |
| • | The EBCM automatically clears the history DTC when a current DTC is not detected in 100 consecutive drive cycles. |
Diagnostic Aids
The following conditions can cause this concern:
| • | Improper steering alignment. |
| • | Internal yaw and lateral acceleration sensor failure. |
| • | EBCM internal failure. |
Reference Information
Schematic Reference
Antilock Brake System Schematics
Connector End View Reference
Description and Operation
Electrical Information Reference
Scan Tool Reference
Control Module References for Scan Tool Information
Circuit/System Verification
- Operate the vehicle within the conditions for setting the DTC. Verify DTC C0186, C0196, C0253, or C0710 are not set.
- Verify DTC C0253 is not set current.
| ⇒ | If DTC C0186, C0196, or C0710 are set, refer to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List - Vehicle. |
| ⇒ | If only DTC C0253 is set, replace the yaw and lateral acceleration sensor. If 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 |
