C1255

DTC C1255 or C1256





Circuit Description
This DTC identifies a malfunction within the EBCM.

Conditions for Running the DTC
The ABS conditions and the braking conditions are normal.

Conditions for Setting the DTC
An internal EBCM malfunction exists.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets
C1255
If equipped, the following actions occur:
^ The EBCM disables the DRP/ABS/TCS/VSES for the duration of the ignition cycle.
^ The ABS indicator turns ON.
^ The Traction Off indicator turns ON.
^ The red Brake warning indicator turns ON.
^ The DIC displays the Service Stability System message.
^ The EBCM will also set DTC C1248.
^ For some DTC C1255xx, the EBCM disables the variable effort steering (VES) for the duration of the ignition cycle.
^ For some DTC C1255xx, the EBCM temporarily suspends the TIM monitoring function while the DTC is set.

C1256
^ The ABS remains functional.
^ The ABS indicator remains OFF.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC
^ The condition for the DTC is no longer present and you used the scan tool Clear DTC function.
^ The EBCM automatically clears the history DTC when a current DTC is not detected in 100 consecutive drive cycles.

Diagnostic Aids
^ The scan tool displays 2 additional characters after the DTC. Take note of the 2 character code and any other DTCs that are set. The 2 character code is an engineering aid used in order to determine the cause of the internal malfunction.
^ When the scan tool displays DTC C1255m3, the EBCM has not been programmed. Perform the setup procedure for the EBCM.

Test Description
The number below refers to the step number on the diagnostic table.
2. Determines whether the DTC is current.