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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1998SUBURBAN K2500, 7.4 J, PART TIMEREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 430 (ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM)DESCRIPTION AND OPERATIONABS DESCRIPTION AND OPERATIONTRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM INDICATOR(S)TRAC OFF
1998 Chevrolet Suburban K2500, 7.4 J, Part Time
TRAC Off
1998 Chevrolet Suburban K2500, 7.4 J, Part TimeSECTION TRAC Off
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The IPC illuminates the TRAC OFF indicator when the following occurs:
- The Electronic Brake Control Module (EBCM) inhibits the traction control system due to a malfunction in the traction control system. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the EBCM requesting illumination.
- The Body Control Module (BCM) detects that the traction control switch has been pressed (signal circuit is low). The BCM sends a class 2 message to the EBCM in order to disable traction control. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the EBCM requesting illumination. The IPC sends a class 2 message to the BCM in order to activate an audible warning.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.