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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006SUBURBAN C1500, 5.3 ZREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBRAKESANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM WITH TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM & STABILITY CONTROL SYSTEMDIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION AND PROCEDURESDTC C0238TEST DESCRIPTION
2006 Chevrolet Suburban C1500, 5.3 Z
Test Description
2006 Chevrolet Suburban C1500, 5.3 ZSECTION Test Description
The number below refers to the step number on the diagnostic table.
- 4:Β If the front tires are not the same size as the rear tires, the EBCM calibration must match the FRONT tire size and the PCM calibration must match the REAR tire size.
DTC C0238
| Step | Action | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle? | Go to Step 2Β | Go to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle |
| 2 | Inspect both of the front tires on the vehicle to ensure that both tires are of equal size. Are both of the front tires of equal size? |
Go to Step 3Β | Go to Diagnostic Aids |
| 3 | Inspect both of the rear tires on the vehicle to ensure that both tires are of equal size. Are both of the rear tires of equal size? |
Go to Step 4Β | Go to Diagnostic Aids |
| 4Β | Verify the electronic brake control module (EBCM) and the powertrain control module (PCM) both have the correct tire size calibration. Use the scan tool in order to view the EBCM tire size calibration or perform the Tire Size Calibration procedure and refer to Service Programming System (SPS)
. Did you find and correct the condition? |
Go to Step 5Β | Go to Diagnostic Aids |
| 5 |
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Go to Step 2Β | System OK |
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.