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Test Description

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

  1. 3:  Perform the Steering Position Sensor Test in order to verify if the steering wheel position sensor (SWPS) is operating properly.
  2. 4:  Verify that the Lateral Accelerometer Input parameter is within the valid range.
  3. 5:  Verify that the Yaw Rate Input parameter is within the valid range.
Vehicle Stability Enhancement System Inoperative

Step Action Value(s) Yes No
Schematic Reference: ABS Schematics 
1 Did you perform the ABS Diagnostic System Check? - Go to Step 2  Go to Diagnostic System Check - ABS 
2
  1. Install a scan tool.
  2. Start the engine.
  3. Observe the VSES Is Centered parameter in the VSES data list.
  4. Perform the Diagnostic Test Drive. Refer to Diagnostic Test Drive .
Did the scan tool display Yes within the specified value?
30 seconds Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems Go to Step 3 
With the scan tool, perform the Steering Position Sensor Test.
Did the SWPS pass the test?
- Go to Step 4  Go to Step 7 
With a scan tool, observe the Lateral Accelerometer Input parameter in the VSES data list.
Does the scan tool display within the specified range?
2.3-2.7 V Go to Step 5  Go to Step 8 
With a scan tool, observe the Yaw Rate Sensor Input parameter in the VSES data list.
Does the scan tool display within the specified range?
2.3-2.7 V Go to Step 6  Go to Step 8 
6 Replace the EBCM. Refer to Electronic Brake Control Module Replacement (CTS)  or Electronic Brake Control Module Replacement (CTS-V) .
Did you complete the replacement?
- Go to Step 9  -
7 Replace the steering wheel position sensor (SWPS).
Did you complete the replacement?
- Go to Step 9  -
8 Replace the yaw rate sensor/lateral accelerometer. Refer to Yaw Rate Sensor/Lateral Accelerometer Replacement .
Did you complete the replacement?
- Go to Step 9  -
9 Operate the system in order to verify the repair.
Did you correct the condition?
- System OK Go to Step 2