Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Diagnostic Test
READ AND RECORD DTCS AND ENVIRONMENTAL DATA - ERASE DTCS AND CHECK FOR DTC TO RETURN AFTER TEST DRIVING THE VEHICLE AND ALLOWING IT TO IDLE FOR 10 SECONDSÂ
- With the scan tool, read DTCs in all Electronic Control Units (ECUs) and record on the repair order.
- With the scan tool, run a vehicle Scan Report, or record the Environmental Data related to the DTCs.
- With the scan tool, erase all DTCs.
- Turn the ignition off for a minimum of 10 seconds.
- Test drive the vehicle.
- Park the vehicle on a level surface and allow it to idle for at least 10.0 seconds.
- With the scan tool, read DTCs.
Did the DTC return?
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- This DTC is an indication that there are configuration, communication or other DTCs set in the ABS module.
- Perform the appropriate diagnostic procedure(s). Refer to DIAGNOSTIC CODE INDEX
.NOTE:
It may be necessary to perform the ABS Initialization routine with the scan tool to reset the vehicle configuration.
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- Perform the TESTING FOR AN INTERMITTENT CONDITION diagnostic procedure. Refer to TESTING FOR AN INTERMITTENT CONDITION .
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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.
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