C0037
DTC C0035-C0051
Circuit Description
As the wheel spins, the wheel speed sensor produces an AC signal. The electronic brake control module (EBCM) uses the frequency of the AC signal to calculate the wheel speed.
DTC Descriptors
This diagnostic procedure supports the following DTC's:
^ DTC C0035 LF Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit
^ DTC C0040 RF Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit
^ DTC C0045 LR Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit
^ DTC C0050 RR Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit
This vehicle has DTC's which include DTC Symptoms. For more information on DTC Symptoms, refer to DTC Symptom.
Conditions for Running the DTC
C0035 - C0050 00 and 0F
^ The ignition is ON.
^ The ignition voltage is greater than 8-volts.
C0035 - C0050 18
^ The ignition is ON.
^ The ignition voltage is greater than 8-volts.
^ The brake pedal is not pressed.
^ The ABS is not active.
Conditions for Setting the DTC
C0035 - C0050 00
One of the following conditions exists for 0.02 seconds:
^ A short to voltage - the wheel speed sensor signal circuit and wheel speed sensor return circuit voltages are both greater than 4.25 volts.
^ A short to ground - the wheel speed sensor signal circuit and wheel speed sensor return circuit voltages are both less than 0.75 volts.
^ An open - the wheel speed sensor signal circuit voltage is greater than 4.25 volts and wheel speed sensor return circuit voltage is less than 0.75 volts.
C0035 - C0050 0F
The EBCM detects a rapid variation in the wheel speed. The wheel speed changes by 20 km/h (12 mph) or more in 0.01 second. The change must occur 3 times with no more than 0.2 seconds between occurrences.
C0035 - C0050 18
All of the following conditions exists for 0.2 seconds:
^ The suspect wheel speed equals zero.
^ The other wheel speeds are greater than 8 km/h (5 mph).
^ The other wheel speeds are within 11 km/h (7 mph) of each other.
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
If equipped, the following actions occur:
^ The EBCM disables the ABS/EDC/TCS/TPM/VSES for the duration of the ignition cycle.
^ The ACC braking function is disabled.
^ The DRP does not function optimally.
^ The ABS indicator turns ON.
^ The Traction Control indicator turns ON.
^ The DIC displays the Service Stability System message.
Conditions for Clearing the DTC
^ The condition for the DTC is no longer present and the DTC is cleared with a scan tool.
^ The EBCM automatically clears the history DTC when a current DTC is not detected in 100 consecutive drive cycles.
Diagnostic Aids
C0035 - C0050 00
If the customer comments that the ABS indicator is ON only during moist environmental conditions (rain, snow, vehicle wash, etc.), inspect the wheel speed sensor wiring for signs of water intrusion. If the DTC is not current, clear all DTC's and simulate the effects of water intrusion by using the following procedure:
1. Spray the suspected area with a 5 percent saltwater solution. To create a 5 percent saltwater solution, add 2 teaspoons (9.9 ml) of salt to 354 ml (12 ounces) of water.
2. Test drive the vehicle over various road surfaces (bumps, turns, etc.) above 40 km/h (25 mph) for at least 30 seconds.
3. If the DTC returns, replace the suspected wheel speed sensor or repair the wheel speed sensor wiring.
4. Rinse the area thoroughly when completed.
C0035 - C0050 0F
A possible cause of this DTC is electrical noise on the wheel speed sensor harness wiring. Electrical noise could result from the wheel speed sensor wires being routed to close to high energy ignition system components, such as spark plug wires.
C0035 - C0050 18
Under the following conditions, DTC's are set:
^ The 2 suspect wheel speeds equal zero for 60 seconds.
^ The other wheel speeds are greater than 16 km/h (10 mph).
^ The other wheel speeds are within 11 km/h (7 mph) of each other.
Diagnose each wheel speed sensor individually.
Test Description
The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.
3. Measure the resistance of the wheel speed sensor in order to determine if the sensor has a valid resistance value.
4. Ensures that the wheel speed sensor is generating a valid A/C voltage output.
