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DTC C0278/11 Open in ABS Solenoid Relay Circuit; DTC C0279/12 Short to B+ in ABS Solenoid Relay Circuit: Description

The ABS solenoid relay supplies power to the ABS solenoid and TRAC solenoid.

The solenoid relay is turned on for 1.5 seconds after the ignition switch is turned to ON, and is turned off if an open or short circuit in the solenoid is detected through self diagnosis performed when the vehicle starts running.

The ABS solenoid relay is housed in the skid control ECU in the actuator assembly.

DTC DETECTION CONDITION AND TROUBLE AREA REFERENCE CHART

DTC Code DTC Detection Condition Trouble Area
C0278/11 Either of the following is detected:
  1. Both of the following conditions continue for 0.2 seconds or more.
    • The IG1 terminal voltage is 9.5 V or more.
    • The solenoid relay contact is open when the relay is ON.
  2. Both of the following conditions continue for 0.2 seconds or more.
    • The IG1 terminal voltage becomes lower than 9.5 V when the relay is turned on.
    • The relay contact remains open.
  • ABS NO. 3 fuse
  • ABS solenoid relay circuit
  • Brake actuator assembly (ABS solenoid relay)
C0279/12 Immediately after the ignition switch is turned to ON, the solenoid relay contact is closed for 4 seconds when the relay is turned off.
  • ABS solenoid relay circuit
  • Brake actuator assembly (ABS solenoid relay)