Scan Tool Data Definitions

2006 Cadillac STS AWD V8-4.6L VIN ASECTION Scan Tool Data Definitions


Scan Tool Data Definitions

ABS Reference Speed
The scan tool displays 0 - 255 km/h (0 - 159 mph). The average speed of all four wheel speed sensors.

Ignition Voltage
The scan tool displays 0 - 17 volts. The amount of ignition voltage available at the Electronic Brake Control Module (EBCM).

LF Wheel Speed
The scan tool displays 0 - 255 km/h (0 - 159 mph). The actual speed of the left front wheel.

LR Wheel Speed
The scan tool displays 0 - 255 km/h (0 - 159 mph). The actual speed of the left rear wheel.

RF Wheel Speed
The scan tool displays 0 - 255 km/h (0 - 159 mph). The actual speed of the right front wheel.

RR Wheel Speed
The scan tool displays 0 - 255 km/h (0 - 159 mph). The actual speed of the right rear wheel.

Switched System Battery Voltage
The scan tool displays 0 - 17 volts. The amount of voltage available to the VES actuator when the ABS relay is activated.

VES Commanded Current
The scan tool displays 0-1 amp. The amount of current the EBCM is commanding to the VES actuator.

VES Failed
The scan tool displays Yes or No. Yes indicates a malfunction has been detected within the VES system. No indicates the VES system is operating to specification.

VES Feedback Current
The scan tool displays 0-1 amp. The amount of current returning to the EBCM from the VES actuator.

VES Indicator/Message
The scan tool displays On or Off. Indicates the status of the VES system DIC warning message.
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