Electronic Brake Traction Control Description

The MAGNASTEER(R) system has software contained in the Electronic Brake Traction Control Module (EBTCM). The EBTCM processes vehicle speed information from the Antilock Brake System (ABS) wheel speed sensors to provide a control signal to the MAGNASTEER(R) actuator located in the power steering gear. A Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) is stored in the EBTCM for the MAGNASTEER(R) if a malfunction occurs. No warning lamp will come ON during the malfunction. When a malfunction occurs, the DTC can be retrieved using a scan tool. A difference in power steering effort may be felt if a MAGNASTEER(R) DTC exists.