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DTC 55

55 ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL MODULE (EBCM) MALFUNCTION

DTC 55 EBCM Malfunction:




DTC 55 EBCM Malfunction:






Circuit Description:
This DTC identifies a malfunction detected by the MDI custom IC. It also ensures the cause of the malfunction is not a result of a problem with the ABS enable relay under a DTC 55 malfunction.

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

DTC Chart Test Description:
Number(s) below refer to circled number(s) on the diagnostic chart.
1. Checks to see if the malfunction is still present.
2. Checks to see if the malfunction is intermittent.

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 as 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.