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P15F8




DTC P15F8

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 P15F8
- Automatic Braking Engine Torque Request Signal Message Counter Incorrect

Circuit/System Description

The electronic brake control module and the engine control module simultaneously control the vehicle performance. During a automatic brake event the electronic brake control module sends a serial data message to the engine control module requesting torque reduction. If the engine control module receives corrupt data from the electronic brake control module, DTC P15F8 will set in the engine control module. The engine control module then sends a serial data message to the electronic brake control module that torque reduction is not allowed.

Conditions for Running the DTC

* The ignition is ON.

* Ignition voltage is greater than 8 V.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

The engine control module detects a corrupted data message from the electronic brake control module.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

* The ABS remains functional.

* DTC P15F8 is a Type B DTC.

* The traction Off indicator turns ON.

* The traction/stability control indicator turns ON.

* The Service Stabilitrak message may be displayed on the driver information center.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

DTC P15F8 is a Type B DTC.

Diagnostic Aids

Inspect the serial data circuits and connections at the engine control module and the electronic brake control module. They should be free from sources of electromagnetic interference and the connections should be clean and tight.

Reference Information

Schematic Reference

Antilock Brake System Schematics [1][2]Antilock Brakes / Traction Control Systems

Connector End View Reference

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Description and Operation

ABS 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 Control Module References for scan tool information

Circuit/System Testing

1. Verify that no other DTCs are set except for DTC P15F8.

If any other DTCs are set
Refer to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List - Vehicle Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List - Vehicle.

If only DTC P15F8 is set

2. Replace the K17 Electronic Brake Control Module.

3. Verify the DTC does not set while operating the vehicle within the Conditions for Running the DTC.

If DTC sets
Replace the K20 Engine Control Module.

If DTC does not set

4. All OK.

Repair Instructions

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification Verification Tests after completing the repair.

Control Module References Control Module References for Electronic Brake Control Module and Engine Control Module replacement, programming and setup