DTC 37

37 HIGH SYSTEM VOLTAGE

DTC 37 High System Voltage:

DTC 37 High System Voltage:

Circuit Description:
This DTC is designed to detect high vehicle voltage levels prior to any required motor movement (initialization or ABS). If excessive voltage exists, demagnetization of the motor magnets may occur, which would eventually affect or eliminate ABS performance.

DTC Will Set When:
DTC 37 can only be set if the vehicle's speed is greater than 5 km/h (3 mph). If the switched battery voltage is greater than 17 volts, a malfunction exists.

Action Taken:
A malfunction DTC is stored, ABS is disabled and the amber ABS warning lamp is turned "ON."

DTC Chart Test Description:
Number(s) below refer to circled number(s) on the diagnostic chart.
1. Checks the voltage level being received by the EBCM.
2. Checks to see if high voltage condition is due to charging system malfunction.
3. Checks for poor terminal contact which may cause an intermittent malfunction, or a malfunctioning EBCM.

Diagnostic Aids:
An "Intermittent" malfunction may be caused by a poor connection, rubbed through wire insulation, or a wire that is broken inside the insulation.

The frequency of the malfunction can be checked by using the enhanced diagnostic function of the Tech 1.

Any circuitry that is suspected of causing the intermittent complaint should be thoroughly checked for backed out terminals, improper mating, broken locks, improperly formed or damaged terminals, poor terminal to wiring connections or physical damage to the wiring harness.