Pinpoint Test R: The Stability/Traction Control System Is Inoperative Or Cannot Be Disabled

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NOTE: Use the correct probe adapter(s) when making measurements. Failure to use the correct probe adapter(s) may damage the connector.

R1 VERIFY THAT THE KEY IN USE IS NOT MYKEY® RESTRICTED
- Ignition ON.
- Attempt to disable the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system by pressing the stability/traction control switch.
- Is ADVTRAC ON MyKey® SETTING displayed in the message center?
  - Yes : INFORM the customer that the key in use is MyKey® restricted. If necessary, REFER to the Owner's Literature for information regarding the programming of MyKey® features.
  - No : GO to R2.
R2 CHECK FOR ABS MODULE DTCs
- Attempt to disable the ESC system by pressing the stability/traction control switch.
- Connect the scan tool.
- Enter the following diagnostic mode on the scan tool: Self Test - ABS Module.
- Is DTC U0073, U0155 or U0423 present?
  - Yes : For DTC U0073, REFER to MODULE COMMUNICATIONS NETWORK to diagnose the HS-CAN.
    For DTC U0155, GO to Pinpoint Test Q .
    
    For DTC U0423, CARRY OUT a self-test of the IPC. REFER to INSTRUMENTATION, MESSAGE CENTER, AND WARNING CHIMES to diagnose the IPC concern.
  - No : GO to R3.
R3 ISOLATE THE STABILITY/TRACTION CONTROL SWITCH
- Ignition OFF.
- Disconnect: Stability/Traction Control Switch C2355.
- Measure the resistance between stability/traction control switch pins 1 and 4, component side, while pressing and releasing the switch.
  
  Fig 1: Measuring Resistance Between Stability/Traction Control Switch Pins 1 And 4, Component Side, While Pressing And Releasing Switch
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
- Is the resistance less than 5 ohms with the switch pressed and greater than 10, 000 ohms with the switch released?
  - Yes : GO to R4.
  - No : INSTALL a new stability/traction control switch. REFER to Stability/Traction Control Switch . TEST the system for normal operation.
R4 CHECK THE SWITCH INPUT CIRCUIT FOR A SHORT TO GROUND
- Disconnect: Battery Negative Cable.
- Disconnect: IPC C220.
- Measure the resistance between stability/traction control switch C2355-4, circuit CCA15 (YE/GY), harness side and ground.
  
  Fig 2: Measuring Resistance Between Stability/Traction Control Switch C2355-4, Circuit CCA15 (YE/GY), Harness Side And Ground
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
- Is the resistance greater than 10, 000 ohms?
  - Yes : GO to R5.
  - No : REPAIR circuit CCA15 (YE/GY). TEST the system for normal operation.
R5 CHECK THE SWITCH INPUT CIRCUIT FOR AN OPEN
- Measure the resistance between stability/traction control switch C2355-4, circuit CCA15 (YE/GY), harness side and IPC C220-18, circuit CCA15 (YE/GY), harness side.
  
  Fig 3: Measuring Resistance Between Stability/Traction Control Switch C2355-4, Circuit CCA15 (YE/GY) And IPC C220-18, Circuit CCA15 (YE/GY)
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
- Is the resistance less than 5 ohms?
  - Yes : GO to R6.
  - No : REPAIR circuit CCA15 (YE/GY). TEST the system for normal operation.
R6 CHECK THE SWITCH GROUND CIRCUIT FOR AN OPEN
- Measure the resistance between stability/traction control switch C2355-1, circuit GD133 (BK), harness side and ground.
  
  Fig 4: Measuring Resistance Between Stability/Traction Control Switch C2355-1, Circuit GD133 (BK), Harness Side And Ground
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
- Is the resistance less than 5 ohms?
  - Yes : GO to R7.
  - No : REPAIR circuit GD133 (BK). TEST the system for normal operation.
R7 CHECK FOR CORRECT IPC OPERATION
- Check IPC C220 for:
  - corrosion
  - damaged pins
  - pushed-out pins
- Connect the IPC connector and make sure it seats correctly.
- Operate the system and verify the concern is still present.
- Is the concern still present?
  - Yes : INSTALL a new IPC. REFER to INSTRUMENTATION, MESSAGE CENTER, AND WARNING CHIMES . CLEAR the DTCs. REPEAT the self-test.
  - No : The system is operating correctly at this time. The concern may have been caused by a loose or corroded connector. CLEAR the DTCs. REPEAT the self-test.