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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CAVALIER LS, 2.4 TREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBRAKESTRACTION CONTROLANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM WITH TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM - DELPHI 7SYMPTOM TESTSTEST A: ABS INDICATOR ALWAYS ON
2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 T
Test A: Abs Indicator Always On
2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 TSECTION Test A: Abs Indicator Always On
- Perform diagnostic system check. See DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM CHECK under DIAGNOSIS & TESTING. After performing diagnostic system check, go to next step.
- Check EBCM ground. Ensure ground is clean and tightened properly. Repair as necessary. After repairs, go to step 9. If ground circuit is okay, go to next step.
- Install scan tool. Turn ignition on, with engine off. Using scan tool, observe ABS warning light parameter in the ABS data list. If scan tool displays OFF, go to next step. If scan tool does not display OFF, go to step 5.
- Turn ignition off. Turn ignition on, with engine off. Observe ABS indicator on the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) during the displays test. If ABS indicator illuminates during the displays test and then turn off, go to INTERMITTENTS & POOR CONNECTIONS under DIAGNOSIS & TESTING. If ABS indicator does not illuminate during the test, go to step 6.
- Check for poor connections at EBCM harness connector. Repair as necessary. After repairs, go to step 7. If no problem is found, problem is intermittent. See INTERMITTENTS & POOR CONNECTIONS under DIAGNOSIS & TESTING.
- Check for poor connections at IPC harness connector. Repair as necessary. After repairs, go to step 9. If no problem is found, problem is intermittent. See INTERMITTENTS & POOR CONNECTIONS under DIAGNOSIS & TESTING, then go to step 8.
- Replace EBCM. After replacing EBCM, go to step 9.
- Replace IPC. After replacing IPC, go to next step.
- Operate system in order to verify repairs. If repairs did not correct the problem, go to step 2.
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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.