Test Description

1999 GMC Forward Control 5.7 R, AutomaticSECTION Test Description
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The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.

  1. 3:  Perform the Steering Position Sensor Test in order to verify if the steering wheel position sensor (SWPS) is operating properly.
  2. 4:  Verify that the lateral accelerometer input parameter is within the valid range.
  3. 5:  Verify that the yaw rate input parameter is within the valid range.
Vehicle Stability Enhancement System Inoperative

Step Action Values Yes No
Schematic Reference:  ABS Schematics  
1 Did you perform the ABS Diagnostic System Check? - Go to Step 2  Go to Diagnostic System Check - ABS 
2
  1. Install a scan tool.
  2. Start the engine.
  3. Observe the VSES Is Centered parameter in the VSES data list.
  4. Perform the Diagnostic Test Drive. Refer to Diagnostic Test Drive .
Did the scan tool display Yes within the specified value?
30 seconds Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems Go to Step 3 
With the scan tool, perform the With the scan tool, perform the Steering Position Sensor Test.
Did the SWPS pass the test?
- Go to Step 4  Go to Step 7 
With a scan tool, observe the Lateral Accelerometer Input parameter in the VSES data list.
Does the scan tool display within the specified range?
2.3-2.7 V Go to Step 5  Go to Step 8 
With a scan tool, observe the Yaw Rate Sensor Input parameter in the VSES data list.
Does the scan tool display within the specified range?
2.3-2.7 V Go to Step 6  Go to Step 9 
6 Replace the EBCM. Refer to Electronic Brake Control Module Replacement .
Did you complete the replacement?
- Go to Step 10  -
7 Replace the steering wheel position sensor (SWPS). Refer to Steering Shaft, Lower Bearing, and Jacket Replacement (Telescoping) or Steering Shaft, Lower Bearing, and Jacket Replacement (Manual) in Steering Wheel and Column.
Did you complete the replacement?
- Go to Step 10  -
8 Replace the lateral accelerometer sensor. Refer to Lateral Accelerometer Replacement .
Did you complete the replacement?
- Go to Step 10  -
9 Replace the yaw rate sensor. Refer to Yaw Rate Sensor Replacement .
Did you complete the replacement?
- Go to Step 10  -
10 Operate the system in order to verify the repair.
Did you correct the condition?
- System OK Go to Step 2 
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