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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 OFF the traction off indicator.
Traction Off Indicator Always On

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
  1. Turn OFF the ignition for 5 seconds.
  2. Turn ON the ignition while observing the traction off indicator.
Does the traction off indicator illuminate for approximately 2 seconds and then turn OFF?
Go to Diagnostic Aids Go to Step 3 
  1. Select the Instrument Panel Cluster Special Functions menu on the scan tool.
  2. Select Lamp Tests.
  3. Command the instrument panel cluster (IPC) indicator lamps Off.
Does the traction off indicator turn OFF?
Go to Step 5  Go to Step 4 
4 Replace the IPC. Refer to Control Module References in Computer/Integrating Systems for replacement, setup, and programming.
Did you complete the replacement?
Go to Step 6  -
5 Replace the EBCM. Refer to Control Module References in Computer/Integrating Systems for replacement, setup, and programming.
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 traction off indicator.
Does the traction off indicator illuminate for approximately 2 seconds and then turn OFF?
System OK Go to Step 3