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C0720




DTC C0720

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 Descriptor
DTC C0720 71
- Engine Torque Management Feedback Signal Invalid Data

Circuit/System Description

The suspension control module receives high speed controller area network (CAN) message inputs from the engine control module (ECM) identifying the actual engine torque. The suspension control module utilizes this signal to control the vehicle ride characteristics.

Conditions for Running the DTC

System voltage is between 9-16 V

Conditions for Setting the DTC

The suspension control module received invalid serial data from the ECM.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

The electronic suspension control is disabled for the duration of the ignition cycle.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

* The condition for setting the DTC is no longer present.
* A history DTC will clear after 41 consecutive malfunction-free ignition cycles.

Reference Information
Schematic Reference

Electronic Suspension Control Schematics (Electrical Diagrams)
Connector End View Reference

Component Connector End Views (Connector End Views By Name)
Description and Operation

Electronic Suspension Control 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 Testing

1. Verify that no DTCs are present in the ECM.

If any DTC is present, refer to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List - Vehicle (Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List - Vehicle) to diagnose that DTC prior to this diagnostic.

2. Replace the K19 suspension control module and verify the DTC does not reset.

If the DTC resets replace the K20 engine control module (ECM).

Repair Instructions

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification (Verification Tests) after completing the diagnostic procedure.

Control Module References (Programming and Relearning)for control module replacement, setup and programming