C0040

DTC C0035 or C0040

Circuit Description

As the wheels spin, each wheel speed sensor produces an AC signal. The electronic brake control module (EBCM) uses the frequency of the AC signals to calculate each wheel speed.

Conditions for Running the DTC

- The ignition is ON.
- The vehicle speed is greater than 13 km/h (8 mph).

Conditions for Setting the DTC

Any of the following conditions may cause the DTC to set.

- The EBCM detects an open wheel speed sensor circuit for 500 milliseconds.
- The EBCM detects a shorted wheel speed sensor circuit for 500 milliseconds.
- The EBCM detects the absence of a wheel speed sensor signal for 5 seconds. If more than one absent wheel speed sensor signal is detected, the condition must be present for 120 seconds to set DTCs.
- The EBCM detects an erratic wheel speed sensor signal for 200 milliseconds.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

- The EBCM disables the ABS/TCS/VSES and may disable the DRP if more than one wheel speed sensor DTC is set.
- The ABS indicator turns ON.
- The traction off indicator turns ON.
- The message center displays the service stability system message.
- The brake warning indicator may turn ON.
- An ECE 13 response may occur. Refer to ABS Description and Operation for a complete description of ECE 13.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

The Conditions for Setting the DTC are no longer present and you use the scan tool Clear DTCs function.

Diagnostic Aids

Thoroughly inspect connections or circuitry that may cause an intermittent malfunction. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections , Connector Repairs, Testing for Electrical Intermittents and to Wiring Repairs.

If the customer's concern is that the ABS indicator is on only during humid conditions such as rain, snow or vehicle wash, thoroughly inspect the wheel speed sensor circuits for signs of water intrusion. Use the following procedure in order to help isolate the problem area:

1. Spray the suspected area with a 5 percent salt water solution.
2. Operate the vehicle at a speed greater than 13 km/h (8 mph) for at least 30 seconds.

Repair or replace the suspect harness if the DTC sets.