Conditions for Running the DTC

2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 TSECTION Conditions for Running the DTC
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The EBCM performs 6 different tests to detect a DTC condition. The numbers below correspond to the numbers in Conditions for Setting the DTC.

  1. The yaw rate sensor bias test runs with the ignition ON.
  2. The yaw rate sensor acceleration test runs with the ignition ON.
  3. The yaw rate sensor circuit test runs with the vehicle stopped or with the vehicle speed greater than 45 km/h (28 mph).
  4. The yaw rate isolation test runs with the following conditions:
    • The brake pedal is not pressed.
    • The ABS is not active.
    • The vehicle speed is greater than 5 km/h (3 mph).
  5. The above yaw rate isolation test run with the VSES active.
  6. The false activation test runs with the VSES active.
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