Test Description

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Buick LaCrosse and 2005 Buick Allure. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

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

2: This step checks to see if other DTC is set.
3: This step checks to see if steering angle sensor is centered.

DTC C0253

Step	Action	Yes	No
Schematic Reference: ABS Schematics Connector End View Reference: ABS 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	Turn OFF the ignition. Install a scan tool. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF. Select the ABS DTC display function. Does the scan tool display any DTC other than DTC C0253?	Go to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List - Vehicle in Vehicle DTC Information	Go to Step 3
3	Perform the steering angle sensor centering procedure. Refer to Steering Angle Sensor Centering Procedure . Did you successfully complete the centering procedure?	Go to Step 4	Go to Step 5
4	Use the scan tool in order to clear the DTCs. Test drive the vehicle. Refer to Diagnostic Test Drive . Did DTC C0253 reset?	Go to Step 6	Go to Diagnostic Aids
5	Replace the steering angle sensor. Did you complete the replacement?	Go to Step 7	-
6	Replace the electronic brake control module (EBCM). Refer to Control Module References in Computer/Integrating Systems for replacement, setup, and programming. Did you complete the replacement?	Go to Step 7	-
7	Use the scan tool in order to clear the DTCs. Operate the vehicle within the Conditions for Running the DTC as specified in the supporting test. Does the DTC reset?	Go to Step 2	System OK