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Pinpoint Test F: DTC C1185: Testing

NOTE: Repair all other DTCs before proceeding. 
  1. F1 CHECK THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) MODULE FOR DTCs 
    • Enter the following diagnostic mode on the scan tool: Retrieve and record the ABS module DTCs.
    • Is DTC C1185 retrieved? 

    Yes  : GO to F2.

    No  : CLEAR the DTCs. DRIVE the vehicle over a rough road. REPEAT the self-test. TEST the system for normal operation.

  2. F2 CHECK CIRCUIT 532 (OG/YE) FOR POWER 
    • Measure the voltage between ABS module C135-9, circuit 532 (OG/YE), harness side and ground; and between ABS module C135-25, circuit 532 (OG/YE), harness side and ground.
      Fig 1: Checking Circuit 532 (OG/YE) For Power
      G04610835Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    • Is the voltage greater than 10 volts? 

    Yes  : GO to F3.

    No  : VERIFY battery junction box (BJB) fuse 11 (10A) is OK. If OK, REPAIR the circuit. REPEAT the self-test. TEST the system for normal operation.

  3. F3 CHECK FOR CORRECT ABS MODULE OPERATION 
    • Disconnect all ABS connectors.
    • Check for:
      • Corrosion.
      • Pushed-out pins.
    • Connect all ABS connectors and make sure they seat correctly.
    • Operate the system and verify the concern is still present.
    • Is the concern still present? 

    Yes  : INSTALL a new ABS module. REFER to ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) MODULE . CLEAR the DTCs. REPEAT the self-test.

    No  : The system is operating correctly at this time. The concern may have been caused by a loose or corroded connector. CLEAR the DTCs. REPEAT the self-test.