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Circuit Description

The instrument panel cluster (IPC) turns the ABS Indicator on during the IPC bulb check for approximately 3 seconds when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position. If the electronic brake control module (EBCM) sets a diagnostic trouble code (DTC), the EBCM sends a class 2 message to the IPC to command the ABS Indicator ON.

Diagnostic Aids
    • 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.
    • Thoroughly inspect any circuitry that may be causing the complaint for the following conditions:
       - Backed out terminals
       - Improper mating
       - Broken locks
       - Improperly formed or damaged terminals
       - Poor terminal-to-wiring connections
       - Physical damage to the wiring harness
    • The following conditions may cause an intermittent malfunction:
       - A poor connection
       - Rubbed-through wire insulation
       - A broken wire inside the insulation
    • If an intermittent malfunction exists, refer to Inducing Intermittent Fault Conditions in Wiring Systems.

Test Description

The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.

  1. Checks if the scan tool can turn on and off all the indicator lamps in the instrument cluster.

  1. Checks if the circuits going to the instrument cluster or the cluster are at fault.

Step

Action

Yes

No

Schematic Reference: Antilock Brake System Schematics

Connector End View Reference: Antilock Brake System Connector End Views or Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console Connector End Views

1

Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle?

Go to Step 2

Go to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle in Vehicle DTC Information

2

  1. Using a scan tool, select the Instrument Panel Cluster Special Functions mode.
  2. Go to Lamp Test.
  3. In the Lamp Test mode you can turn on or off the instrument panel indicators.

    4. All indicators will turn ON when commanded on.

Does the ABS indicator turn on then off?

Go to Step 3

Go to Step 4

3

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

Is the replacement complete?

Go to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle in Vehicle DTC Information

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4

  1. Disconnect the instrument cluster and connect a test light across the appropriate power and ground terminals.
  2. Test light OFF, repair open in power or ground circuit to cluster.
  3. Test light ON, check connector for poor connection to cluster.
  4. If OK, replace the instrument cluster. Refer to Instrument Cluster Replacement

    5. in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.

Is the instrument cluster replacement complete?

Go to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle in Vehicle DTC Information

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