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Symptom Chart

Refer to ANTI-LOCK BRAKES in Wiring Diagrams for the connector numbers stated in the Pinpoint Tests.

SYMPTOM CHART

Symptom Possible Sources Go To
No Communication With ABS Control Module Anti-lock brake control module.

Diagnostic link connector.

CJB Fuse 15 (10A)

Harness Circuitry

Shorting Cap In Evac & Fill Connector

Pinpoint Test A 
Unable To Enter Self-Test Anti-lock Brake Control Module Pinpoint Test C 
Brake Warning Light Does Not Self-Check Parking Brake Switch

Brake Fluid Level Switch

Circuitry

Virtual Image Cluster

(1)
Brake Warning Light On With Ignition In RUN Position Parking Brake Switch

Circuitry

Virtual Image Cluster

Brake Fluid Level

(1)
Spongy Brake Pedal, No Warning Lights Illuminated Air In Brake Hydraulic System
 

Worn Pads/Shoes

Pinpoint Test P 
Traction Control Inoperative Anti-Lock Brake Control Module

Circuitry

HCU

Base Brake System

(2)Pinpoint Test Q 
ABS Warning Light Does Not Self-Check Anti-Lock Brake Control Module

Circuitry

Virtual Image Cluster

Pinpoint Test R 
ABS Warning Light Self-Check OKAY, Light Goes Off & Then Illuminates Circuitry

Anti-Lock Brake Sensor

Anti-Lock Brake Control Module

HCU

(3)
ABS Warning Light & Traction Control Active Light Always On Circuitry

Virtual Image Cluster

Anti-Lock Brake Control Module

Pinpoint Test S 
No Communication With Instrument Cluster Circuitry

Anti-Lock Brake Control Module

Virtual Image Cluster

Pinpoint Test B 
CHECK TRACTION Control Message Temporarily Displayed Thermal Model (Will Reset After Brakes Cool Down) (4)
(1) See appropriate INSTRUMENT CLUSTER article in ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT.
(2) See DISC article.
(3) Refer to ABS control module DTC index. See DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE DEFINITIONS .
(4) Allow brakes to cool down. Retest system for normal operation.