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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006COBALT SS, 4D SEDAN, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 365 (ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM WITH TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM)DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION AND PROCEDURESTRACTION OFF INDICATOR ALWAYS ONTEST DESCRIPTION
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, Standard

Test Description

2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, StandardSECTION Test Description
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The number below refers to the step number on the diagnostic table.

  1. 3:  This step tests if the instrument panel cluster (IPC) is able to turn OFF the Traction Off indicator.
Traction Off Indicator Always On

Step Action Yes No
Schematic Reference: ABS Schematics 
Connector End View Reference: ABS Connector End Views  or Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console Connector End Views in Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console
1 Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle? Go to Step 2  Go to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle in Vehicle DTC Information
2
  1. Turn OFF the ignition for 5 seconds.
  2. Turn ON the ignition while observing the Traction Off indicator.
Does the Traction Off indicator illuminate for 2 seconds and then turn OFF?		 Go to Diagnostic Aids  Go to Step 3 
3 
  1. Install a scan tool.
  2. Select the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) Special Functions menu on the scan tool.
  3. Command the IPC lamps OFF.
Does the Traction Off indicator turn OFF?		 Go to Step 5  Go to Step 4 
4 Replace the IPC. Refer to Control Module References in Computer/Integrating Systems for replacement, setup, and programming.
Did you complete the replacement?		 Go to Step 6  -
5 Replace the electronic brake control module (EBCM). Refer to Control Module References in Computer/Integrating Systems for replacement, setup, and programming.
Did you complete the replacement?		 Go to Step 6  -
6
  1. Turn OFF the ignition for 5 seconds.
  2. Turn ON the ignition while observing the Traction Off indicator.
Does the Traction Off indicator illuminate for 2 seconds and then turn OFF?		 System OK Go to Step 3 
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  • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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