C1252

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CIRCUIT DESCRIPTION
DTC C1252 diagnoses an ABS motor that energizes longer than expected. The following conditions may cause the longer period of being energized:
^ A wheel speed sensor malfunctions.
^ The ABS motor does not turn.
^ The left front brake solenoid valve mechanically fails open.
^ The ABS brake motor wires cross.

CONDITIONS FOR SETTING THE DTC
DTC C1252 can only set during an ABS stop. A malfunction exists if the EBCM/EBTCM commands the left front ABS channel in release for greater than three seconds.

ACTION TAKEN WHEN THE DTC SETS
^ A malfunction Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) stores.
^ The ABS/ETS/TCS disables.
^ The amber ABS/ETS/TCS warning indicator(s) turn on.

CONDITIONS FOR CLEARING THE DTC
^ The condition responsible for setting the DTC no longer exists and the Scan Tool Clear DTCs function is used.
^ 100 drive cycles pass with no DTC(s) detected.

DIAGNOSTIC AIDS
The following conditions may cause an intermittent malfunction if the conditions exist in a mechanical part of the system:
^ Sticking
^ Binding

Use the enhanced diagnostic function of the Scan Tool in order to measure the frequency of the malfunction. Refer to the Scan Tool manual for the procedure. DTC C1252 may occur if the vehicle is on ice and the steering wheel is turned to lock during braking. Use the scan tool hydraulic test to ensure the total brake system is functional.

Thoroughly inspect any circuitry that may be causing the intermittent complaint for the following conditions:
^ Backed out terminals
^ Improper mating
^ Broken locks
^ Improperly formed or damaged terminals
^ Poor terminal-to-wiring connections
^ Physical damage to the wiring harness

Clear the DTCs after completing the diagnosis. Test drive the vehicle for three drive cycles in order to verify that the DTC does not reset. Use the following procedure in order to complete one drive cycle:
1. Start the vehicle.
2. Drive the vehicle over 16 km/h (10 mph).
3. Stop the vehicle.
4. Turn the ignition to the OFF Position.

IMPORTANT: Zero the J 39200 test leads before making any resistance measurements. Refer to the J 39200 user's manual.

IMPORTANT: Inspect for and correct the following conditions in the base brake or suspension system before proceeding with the DTC diagnosis:
^ Excessive drag
^ High resistance