C12E4
DTC C0870 or C12E4
Diagnostic Instructions
* Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using this diagnostic procedure.
* Review Strategy Based Diagnosis Strategy Based Diagnosis for an overview of the diagnostic approach.
* Diagnostic Procedure Instructions Diagnostic Procedure Instructions provides an overview of each diagnostic category.
DTC Descriptors
DTC C0870 00
- Control Module Voltage Reference Output 1 Circuit Malfunction
DTC C12E4 00
- ABS Sensor Reference Output Circuit
Circuit/System Description
The electronic brake control module supplies a shared 5 V reference to multiple sensors.
Conditions for Running the DTC
* Vehicle ON or Vehicle in Service Mode.
* The ignition voltage is greater than 10 V.
Conditions for Setting the DTC
The electronic brake control module detects an internal 5 V supply failure.
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
* The ABS indicator turns ON.
* The red brake indicator turns ON.
* The traction control/stability control indicator turns ON.
* The Service Brake Assist and Service StabiliTrak messages are displayed on the driver information center.
* The electronic brake control module disables the antilock brake system, the traction control system and the electronic stability program for the duration of the drive cycle.
Conditions for Clearing the DTC
* The condition for setting the DTC is no longer present.
* The history DTC will clear after 40 consecutive fault-free drive cycles have occurred.
Reference Information
Schematic Reference
Antilock Brake System Schematics [1][2]Antilock Brakes / Traction Control Systems
Connector End View Reference
Component Connector End Views Hybrid/EV Battery Pack X1
Description and Operation
ABS Description and Operation Description and Operation
Electrical Information Reference
* Circuit Testing Circuit Testing
* Connector Repairs Connector Repairs
* Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections
* Wiring Repairs Wiring Repairs
Scan Tool Reference
Control Module References Programming and Relearning for scan tool information
Circuit/System Verification
1. Vehicle in Service Mode.
2. Verify that DTC C0870 or C12E4 is not set.
• If either DTC is set
Replace the K17 electronic brake control module.
• If either DTC is not set
3. All OK.
Repair Instructions
Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification Verification Tests after completing the repair.
Control Module References Programming and Relearning for electronic brake control module replacement, programming and setup