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Traction Off Indicator Always On



Traction Off Indicator Always On
Diagnostic Fault Information

Important: Always perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using this diagnostic procedure. Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle

Circuit/System Description
The instrument panel cluster (IPC) illuminates the traction off indicator by supplying ground to the lamp. The electronic brake control module (EBCM) sends a serial data messages to the IPC, in order to command the indicator ON or OFF.

Circuit/System Testing

Note: Diagnose all vehicle DTC's before using this diagnostic.

With the scan tool, select instrument panel special functions Lamp Test. Command the instrument panel warning lamps OFF.
^ If the traction off indicator does not turn off, replace the IPC.
^ If the traction off indicator turns off and there are no DTC's stored in any vehicle systems, replace the EBCM.

Repair Instructions

Important: Always perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure. Verification Tests

Control Module References for EBCM or IPC replacement, setup, and programming