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Test Description

The number below refers to the step number on the diagnostic table.

  1. 3:  This step tests if the IPC is able to turn ON the ABS indicator.
ABS Indicator Inoperative

Step Action Yes No
Schematic Reference:  ABS Schematics  
Connector End View Reference:  ABS Connector End Views   or  Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console Connector End Views  in Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console
1 Did you perform the ABS Diagnostic System Check? Go to Step 2  Go to Diagnostic System Check - ABS 
2
  1. Turn OFF the ignition for 5 seconds.
  2. Turn ON the ignition while observing the ABS indicator.
Does the ABS indicator illuminate for 2 seconds and then turn OFF?
Go to Diagnostic Aids Go to Step 3 
3 
  1. Install a scan tool.
  2. Select the Instrument Panel Cluster Special Functions menu on the scan tool.
  3. Command the IPC Lamps ON.
Does the ABS indicator turn ON?
Go to Step 5  Go to Step 4 
4 Replace the instrument panel cluster. Refer to Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console.
Did you complete the replacement?
Go to Step 6  -
5 Replace the EBCM. Refer to Electronic Brake Control Module Replacement .
Did you complete the replacement?
Go to Step 6  -
6
  1. Turn OFF the ignition for 5 seconds.
  2. Turn ON the ignition while observing the ABS indicator.
Does the ABS indicator illuminate for 2 seconds and then turn OFF?
System OK Go to Step 3