Diagnostic System Check

2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 TSECTION Diagnostic System Check
NOTE: When using scan tool for diagnostics, ABS/ETS system is disabled by EBCM. ANTI-LOCK indicator will illuminate indicating only normal power assist braking is available. After diagnostics have been completed, disconnect scan tool from Data Link Connector (DLC) and turn ignition off for a least 10 seconds before road testing. This procedure is done to reset EBCM.
  1. Install scan tool. If scan tool powers up, go to next step. If scan tool does not power up, diagnose data link communications. See DATA LINK CONNECTORS article in WIRING DIAGRAMS.
  2. Turn ignition on, with engine off. Using scan tool, attempt to establish communication with BCM, EBCM, IPC and PCM. If scan tool communicates with all control modules, go to next step. If scan tool does not communicate with all control modules, go to TEST G: SCAN TOOL DOES NOT COMMUNICATE WITH CLASS 2 DEVICE  under SYMPTOM TESTS.
  3. Select DTCs function on scan tool for BCM, EBCM, IPC or PCM. If scan tool displays any DTCs, go to next step. If scan tool does not display any DTCs, go to SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS .
  4. If scan tool displays any DTCs which begins with a "U", go to TEST G: SCAN TOOL DOES NOT COMMUNICATE WITH CLASS 2 DEVICE . If scan tool does not display any DTCs which begins with a "U", go to next step.
  5. If scan tool displays DTC B1000 or B1013, diagnose affected DTCs. See appropriate BODY CONTROL MODULE article in ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT. If DTC B1000 or B1013 is not displayed, go to next step.
  6. If scan tool displays DTC P0560 or P0620, diagnose affected DTCs. See appropriate SELF-DIAGNOSTICS article in ENGINE PERFORMANCE. If DTC P0560 or P0620 is not displayed, diagnose affected DTC(s) displayed.

If multiple DTCs are displayed, begin diagnosis with DTC that is displayed first. See DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE DEFINITIONS  table. Diagnose all codes in the order displayed by scan tool.

DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE DEFINITIONS

DTC (1) Definition
C1214  Solenoid Valve Relay Contact Or Coil Circuit Open
C1217  Pump Motor Shorted To Ground
C1218  Pump Motor Shorted To Voltage
C1221  Wheel Speed Sensor Input Signal Is Zero
C1222  Wheel Speed Sensor Input Signal Is Zero
C1223  Wheel Speed Sensor Input Signal Is Zero
C1224  Wheel Speed Sensor Input Signal Is Zero
C1225  Rapid Variation In Wheel Speed Sensor
C1226  Rapid Variation In Wheel Speed Sensor
C1227  Rapid Variation In Wheel Speed Sensor
C1228  Rapid Variation In Wheel Speed Sensor
C1232  Wheel Speed Sensor Short To Voltage Or Ground, Or Open
C1233  Wheel Speed Sensor Short To Voltage Or Ground, Or Open
C1234  Wheel Speed Sensor Short To Voltage Or Ground, Or Open
C1235  Wheel Speed Sensor Short To Voltage Or Ground, Or Open
C1236  Low System Supply Voltage
C1237  High System Supply Voltage
C1238  Brake Rotor Temperatures Have Exceeded Thermal Cutoff Point ("W" Body)
C1242  BPMV Pump Motor Circuit Open
C1243  BPMV Pump Motor Circuit Open
C1248  DRP Circuit Malfunction ("W" Body)
C1254  Abnormal Shutdown Detected
C1255  EBCM Internal Malfunction
C1256  EBCM Internal Malfunction
C1261  Commanded State Of Driver And Acutal State Of control Circuit Does Not Match (Except "W" Body)
C1262  Commanded State Of Driver And Acutal State Of control Circuit Does Not Match (Except "W" Body)
C1263  Commanded State Of Driver And Acutal State Of control Circuit Does Not Match (Except "W" Body)
C1264  Commanded State Of Driver And Acutal State Of control Circuit Does Not Match (Except "W" Body)
C1265  Commanded State Of Driver And Acutal State Of control Circuit Does Not Match (Except "W" Body)
C1266  Commanded State Of Driver And Acutal State Of control Circuit Does Not Match (Except "W" Body)
C1267  Commanded State Of Driver And Acutal State Of control Circuit Does Not Match (Except "W" Body)
C1268  Commanded State Of Driver And Acutal State Of control Circuit Does Not Match (Except "W" Body)
C1261  Commanded State Of Driver And Acutal State Of control Circuit Does Not Match (Except "W" Body)
C1262  Commanded State Of Driver And Acutal State Of control Circuit Does Not Match (Except "W" Body)
C1263  Commanded State Of Driver And Acutal State Of control Circuit Does Not Match (Except "W" Body)
C1264  Commanded State Of Driver And Acutal State Of control Circuit Does Not Match (Except "W" Body)
C1265  Commanded State Of Driver And Acutal State Of control Circuit Does Not Match (Except "W" Body)
C1266  Commanded State Of Driver And Acutal State Of control Circuit Does Not Match (Except "W" Body)
C1267  Commanded State Of Driver And Acutal State Of control Circuit Does Not Match (Except "W" Body)
C1268  Commanded State Of Driver And Acutal State Of control Circuit Does Not Match (Except "W" Body)
C1271  Commanded State Of Driver And Actual State Of Control Circuit Does Not Match ("W" Body)
C1272  Commanded State Of Driver And Actual State Of Control Circuit Does Not Match ("W" Body)
C1273  Commanded State Of Driver And Actual State Of Control Circuit Does Not Match ("W" Body)
C1274  Commanded State Of Driver And Actual State Of Control Circuit Does Not Match ("W" Body)
C1275  PCM Requested ETS Disabled
C1276  EBCM Or PCM Detects Delivered Torque Signal Is Out Of Valid Range ("W" Body)
C1277  Requested Torque Signal Malfunction ("W" Body)
C1278  TCS Temporarily Inhibited By PCM
C1295  Brakelight Switch Circuit Open
P1571  Requested Torque Signal Malfunction ("W" Body)
P1644  EBCM Or PCM Detects Delivered Torque Signal Is Out Of Valid Range ("W" Body)
P1689  EBCM Or PCM Detects Delivered Torque Signal Is Out Of Valid Range ("W" Body)
(1) Always perform diagnostic system check before diagnosing DTCs. See DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM CHECK .
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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.
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