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Module Network Input Messages - ABS Module

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Broadcast Message Originating Module Message Purpose
Accelerator pedal position PCM This message is sent to the GWM and then to the ABS module. This message provides the ABS module with the current accelerator pedal position and notifies the ABS module if the data is valid or invalid. The ABS module uses accelerator pedal position information for correct operation of the traction control, ESC, RSC and hill start assist systems.
Adaptive cruise control deceleration CCM This message is sent to the IPMA and then to the ABS module. This message contains the amount of deceleration currently required by the adaptive cruise control system to maintain the distance gap set by the driver.
Adaptive cruise control braking precharge CCM This message is sent to the IPMA and then to the ABS module. This message is sent by the CCM to request precharging of the brake system in preparation for adaptive cruise control deceleration from the ABS module.
Adaptive cruise control braking request CCM This message is sent to the IPMA and then to the ABS module. This message is sent by the CCM to request adaptive cruise control braking from the ABS module.
Ambient air temperature PCM This message is sent to the GWM and then to the ABS module. The ABS module uses this information for calculations in determining the operational status of the various stability control systems and features.
Auto hold switch status HVAC Module This message is sent to the GWM and then to the ABS module. This message informs the ABS module of the auto hold switch status; pressed, not pressed or faulty.
Battery voltage BCM This message is sent to the GWM and then to the ABS module. This message provides the ABS module with the current 12-volt battery and charging system voltage.
Brake pedal applied PCM This message is sent to the GWM and then to the ABS module. This message informs the ABS module of driver brake pedal application.
Collision mitigation deceleration CCM This message is sent to the IPMA and then to the ABS module. This message contains the amount of deceleration currently required by the CCM to assist in collision avoidance.
Collision mitigation braking precharge CCM This message is sent to the IPMA and then to the ABS module. This message is sent by the CCM to request precharging of the brake system in preparation for collision mitigation deceleration from the ABS module.
Collision mitigation braking request CCM This message is sent to the IPMA and then to the ABS module. This message is sent by the CCM to request collision mitigation braking from the ABS module.
Cruise control override request PCM This message is sent to the GWM and then to the ABS module. This message is sent by the CCM to request adaptive cruise control braking from the ABS module.
Cruise control mode PCM This message is sent to the GWM and then to the ABS module. This message provides the ABS module with the current cruise control mode; not active, keeping speed, accelerating, decelerating, resuming high, resuming low, tap up waiting, or tap down waiting. The ABS module modifies anti-lock braking and stability control operations based on the messages received.
Cruise control status PCM This message is sent to the GWM and then to the ABS module. This message provides the ABS module with the current cruise control status; off, denied, standby denied, standby, active queue assist, active undefined 1, or undefined 2. The ABS module modifies anti-lock braking and stability control operations based on the messages received.
Driven wheel torque output PCM This message is sent to the GWM and then to the ABS module. This message informs the ABS module of the current torque output available at the driven wheels. This information is used for the traction control, hill start assist, ESC and RSC feature operation.
Driver seatbelt buckle status RCM Informs the ABS module of the current driver seat belt buckle status, buckled or unbuckled. The ABS module uses this information for the electric parking brake drive away release feature.
Engine status PCM This message is sent to the GWM and then to the ABS module. This message informs the ABS module of the current engine status; engine off, engine on, engine auto stopped, or not used.
Engine RPM PCM This message is sent to the GWM and then to the ABS module. Used to inform the ABS module of the current engine RPM. The ABS module uses this information for EPB drive away release feature, traction control, ESC, RSC and hill start assist operations.
Hill descent control request IPC This message is sent to the GWM and then to the ABS module. This message informs the ABS module the driver has requested the hill descent control system to be activated or deactivated.
Hill descent control switch IPC This message is sent to the GWM and then to the ABS module. This message informs the ABS module the driver has requested the hill descent control system to be activated or deactivated.
Hill start assist request IPC This message is sent to the GWM and then to the ABS module. This message informs the ABS module a hill start assist operation is currently active.
Ignition key type BCM This message is sent to the GWM and then to the ABS module. This message informs the ABS module of the current ignition key type; standard or MyKey. The ABS modifies operating parameters if a restricted MyKey is used.
Ignition status BCM This message is sent to the GWM and then to the ABS module. This message informs the ABS module of the current ignition status; off, accessory, run, start, unknown or invalid.
Neutral tow command GSM Informs the ABS module of the current transmission neutral tow status; normal mode, car wash mode, neutral tow mode or not used.
Odometer master value IPC This message is sent to the GWM and then to the ABS module. This message informs the ABS module of the current odometer mileage.
Parking brake request GSM A request from the GSM to apply the parking brake.
Powertrain status PCM This message is sent to the GWM and then to the ABS module. This message informs the ABS module of the current powertrain status; off_torque not available, on_torque not available, start in progress_torque not available or on_torque available.
Rear differential lock status AWD Module Informs the ABS module of the current rear differential locked status; no fault, unspecified fault, differential failed open and differential failed closed. The ABS module requests rear differential unlocking during traction control, ESC and RSC operations.
Rear differential locking torque AWD Module Informs the ABS module of the current amount of torque being applied to the rear differential. The ABS module requests rear differential unlocking during traction control, ESC and RSC operations.
RCM serial number RCM This message is sent to the GWM and then to the ABS module. The ABS module stores the RCM serial number and verifies the serial number when the vehicle is started or the ignition is set to ON or ACC. Over time, the ABS module learns the offset of the stability sensors inside the RCM. When a new RCM serial number is found and the ABS Calibration routine is carried out using a diagnostic scan tool, the ABS module resets the offset values learned for the yaw rate sensor, lateral accelerometer and roll rate sensor.
Reverse gear status PCM This message is sent to the GWM and then to the ABS module. This message informs the ABS module of the current reverse gear status; inactive not confirmed, inactive confirmed, active not confirmed, or active confirmed. This information is used for hill start assist, ESC and RSC operation. Hill start assist operates in forward and reverse gears. ESC and RSC do not operate when the transmission is in REVERSE.
Selectable drive mode brake request IPC Informs the ABS module of the current brake drive mode request; Normal, Sport, Tow/Haul, Eco, Slippery, Deep Snow/Sand, or Trail.
Selectable drive mode chassis request VDM Informs the ABS module of the current chassis drive mode request; Not Available, Available, Temporarily Not Available or Faulty.
Selectable drive mode powertrain request PCM Informs the ABS module of the current powertrain drive mode request; Not Available, Available, Temporarily Not Available or Faulty.
Selectable drive mode steering status PSCM Informs the ABS module of the current PSCM selectable drive mode switch status; Not Available, Available, Temporarily Not Available or Faulty.
Selectable drive mode suspension status VDM Informs the ABS module of the current VDM selectable drive mode switch status; Not Available, Available, Temporarily Not Available or Faulty.
Selectable drive mode switch status ATCM Informs the ABS module of the current selectable drive mode switch status; not pressed, switch state 1, switch state 2, or faulty.
Stability-traction control mode request IPC This message is sent to the GWM and then to the ABS module. This message informs the ABS module the driver has requested a change to enable or disable the traction control, ESC or RSC.
Stability-traction control MyKey request IPC This message is sent to the GWM and then to the ABS module. This message informs the ABS module the MyKey feature has been configured to Always On.
Steering wheel angle information PSCM The ABS module uses steering angle sensor information for ESC and RSC operation. This message provides the ABS module with the current steering wheel angle in degrees as well as the steering wheel angle count (number or revolutions).
Trailer brake lamp connection TRM Informs the ABS module a trailer with brake lamps is connected to the vehicle.
Trailer sway control configuration IPC This message is sent to the GWM and then to the ABS module. This message informs the ABS module the driver has requested the trailer sway control system to be activated or deactivated.
Transfer case lock status AWD Module Informs the ABS module of the current transfer case locked status; OK, opened by command, inactive, fault, warning, disabled, fully locked by command, torque limited by command, under external torque control and undefined. The ABS module requests transfer case unlocking during traction control, ESC and RSC operations.
Transfer case locking torque AWD Module Informs the ABS module of the current amount of torque being applied to the transfer case. The ABS module requests the transfer case to unlock during traction control, ESC and RSC operation.
Transfer case range AWD Module Informs the ABS module of the current transfer case range; low, neutral or high. The ABS module modifies the thresholds for traction control, ESC and RSC intervention based on the current transfer case range.
Transmission gear lever position PCM This message is sent to the GWM and then to the ABS module. This message informs the ABS module of the current driver selected gear lever position.
Transmission gear PCM This message is sent to the GWM and then to the ABS module. This message informs the ABS module of the current transmission gear.
Vehicle configuration data BCM This message is sent to the GWM and then to the ABS module. This message provides the ABS module with the current optional and configured items such as tire size, axle ratio, manual or automatic transaxle, keyless entry and VIN.
Vehicle lateral acceleration data RCM This message provides the ABS module with the current vehicle lateral acceleration data and notifies the ABS module if the data is valid or invalid. The ABS module uses the lateral acceleration data for traction control, ESC and RSC operation.
Vehicle longitudinal acceleration data RCM This message provides the ABS module with the current vehicle longitudinal acceleration data and notifies the ABS module if the data is valid or invalid. The ABS module uses the longitudinal acceleration data for ESC and RSC operation.
Vehicle roll rate data RCM This message provides the ABS module with the current vehicle roll rate data and notifies the ABS module if the data is valid or invalid. The ABS module uses the yaw rate data for RSC operation.
Vehicle yaw rate data RCM This message provides the ABS module with the current vehicle yaw rate data and notifies the ABS module if the data is valid or invalid. The ABS module uses the yaw rate data for ESC and RSC operation.