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Electronic Brake Control Module: Description and Operation


The EBCM is a small control computer located under the trim panel on the lefthand side of passenger compartment on wagon models, and on the lefthand side of the luggage compartment on sedan models This computer monitors the speed of each wheel and the electrical status of the hydraulic modulator. The primary functions of the EBCM are to detect wheel locking, control the brake system while in anti-lock mode and monitor the system for correct electrical operation. The EBCM also control the display of the ABS diagnostic codes. If the EBCM detects a fault, it can disable the ABS system and turn on the ABS warning lamp.