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Symptom Chart

NOTE: Refer to SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAMS for connector numbers stated in the pinpoint tests.
SYMPTOM CHART

Condition Possible Sources Action
  • No communication with the antilock brake system (ABS) module
  • Central junction box (CJB) fuse(s):
    • 3 (5A).
    • 5 (5A).
  • Circuitry.
  • ABS module.
  • The yellow anti-lock brake warning indicator does not self-check
  • Circuitry.
  • Instrument cluster.
  • Anti-lock brake system (ABS) module.
  • Spongy brake pedal with no warning indicator
  • Air in brake hydraulic system.
  • The traction control is inoperative
  • Circuitry.
  • Traction control switch.
  • Anti-lock brake system (ABS) module.
  • Hydraulic control unit (HCU).
  • Base brake system.
  • The traction control cannot be disabled
  • Circuitry.
  • Traction control switch.
  • Anti-lock brake system (ABS) module.
  • The traction control switch is never/always on
  • Circuitry.
  • Traction control switch.
  • Anti-lock brake system (ABS) module.