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Circuit Description

The electronic brake control module (EBCM) is wired to the ignition 1 voltage circuit to indicate the ignition ON/OFF state. The EBCM monitors this voltage to ensure the voltage remains within an acceptable operating range.

DTC Descriptor

This diagnostic procedure supports the following DTC:

DTC C0900 Device Voltage High

Conditions for Running the DTC

    • The ignition is ON.
    • The vehicle speed is greater than 20 km/h (13 mph).

Conditions for Setting the DTC

The EBCM samples the ignition voltage every 7 milliseconds. When ignition voltage is detected as too high, this DTC sets immediately.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

If equipped, the following actions occur:

    • The EBCM disables the Antilock Brake System (ABS)/Traction Control System (TCS).
    • The ABS indicator turns ON.
    • The traction off indicator turns ON.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

The conditions for setting the DTC are no longer present and you use the scan tool Clear DTCs function.

Diagnostic Aids

Several charging system related malfunctions may cause this DTC to set intermittently. Refer to the Engine Electrical section for further diagnostic aids.

Step

Action

Yes

No

Schematic Reference: Antilock Brake System Schematics

1

Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle?

Go to Step 2

Go to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle

2

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

Does the DTC set?

Go to Step 3

Go to Diagnostic Aids

3

Replace the electronic brake control module (EBCM). Refer to Control Module References for replacement, setup, and programming.

Did you complete the replacement?

Go to Step 4

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4

  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?

Go to Step 3

System OK