Motor Test (Apply & Release): Description

Each motor can be manually turned on for up to 5 seconds. Current draw should be 10 amps during application (forward) or 6 amps during release (reverse). Once motors have been run, command and feedback currents will be stored in a snapshot buffer. Information can be reviewed to determine if motors are operating properly. Rear motor can be tested in similar manner, except there will be only a slight pedal drop and rise (bump) during test.

1. Turn ignition switch to LOCK position. Connect Tech 1 scan tool with ABS/Air Bag cartridge to DLC. Turn ignition on. Pump brake pedal several times to deplete vacuum reserve. Depress and hold brake pedal.
2. Using scan tool, release one of the motors. Brake pedal should drop smoothly. As pedal drops, feedback current should momentarily drop to only a few amps (indicated motor movement) and then equalize to command current (6 amps). This indicates motor is no longer moving since piston has bottomed out.
3. Rough or jumpy pedal movement indicates an intermittent motor connection. With brake pedal still depressed, apply the same motor. Brake pedal should smoothly rise back to the top of its travel. Feedback current should momentarily drop to a few amps, then quickly increase to command current (10 amps). This indicates motor is no longer moving since piston reached the top of its travel.
4. If brake pedal does not move both up and down as indicated and no DTCs are present, monitor the feedback current closely while performing the test again. If feedback current is only a few amps, motor is free spinning. Separate motor pack from hydraulic unit to diagnose problem. See MOTOR PACK FUNCTION TEST.