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Test Description

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

  1. 4:  Test the stop lamp circuit of the EBCM for a high resistance, an open, or a short to ground.
  2. 5:  Test the stop lamp circuit of the EBCM for a short to voltage.
DTC C1246

Step Action Value(s) Yes No
Schematic Reference:  Antilock Brake System Schematics  
Connector End View Reference:  Antilock Brake System Connector End Views  
1 Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle? - Go to Step 2  Go to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle
2
  1. Turn OFF the ignition
  2. Disconnect the electronic brake control module (EBCM) connector.
  3. Measure the voltage between the stop lamp circuit of the EBCM and a good ground with the brake pedal depressed.
Is the voltage within the specified range?
8-14 V Go to Step 3  Go to Step 4 
3 Measure the voltage between the stop lamp circuit of the EBCM and a good ground with the brake pedal released.
Is the voltage as specified?
Below 1 V Go to Step 6  Go to Step 5 
4  Test the stop lamp circuit of the EBCM for the following:
  • An open
  • High resistance
  • Short to ground

Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs .
Did you find and correct the condition?
- Go to Step 7  Go to Symptoms - Lighting Systems
5  Test the stop lamp circuit of the EBCM for a short to voltage. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs .
Did you find and correct the condition?
- Go to Step 7  Go to Symptoms - Lighting Systems
6 Replace the brake pressure modulator valve (BPMV). Refer to Brake Modulator Assembly Replacement (With VSC)  or Brake Modulator Assembly Replacement (Without VSC) .
Did you complete the replacement?
- Go to Step 7  -
7
  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 2  System OK