C0253

DTC C0253

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 C0253 00
- Centering Error

Circuit/System Description

The electronic brake control module (EBCM) receives serial data messages from the steering wheel position sensor identifying the position and direction of the steering wheel rotation.

Conditions for Running the DTC

Ignition ON.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

The calculated steering angle from the steering wheel position sensor does not correlate with the steering angle calculated from the yaw rate.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

One or more of the following actions may occur:

* The EBCM disables the vehicle stability enhancement system (VSES) for the duration of the ignition cycle.
* A DIC message and/or a warning message may be displayed

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

* The condition for the DTC is no longer present.
* The EBCM clears the history DTC when a current DTC is not detected in 100 consecutive drive cycles.

Reference Information
Schematic Reference

Antilock Brake System Schematics (Electrical Diagrams)
Connector End View Reference

Component Connector End Views (Connector End Views By Name)
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 (Programming and Relearning) for scan tool information

Circuit/System Verification

1. Verify that DTC C0186, C0196, C0252, or C0710 is not set.

• If any of the DTCs are set, refer to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List - Vehicle (Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List - Vehicle).

2. With the scan tool perform the Steering Angle Sensor Centering. Refer to Steering Angle Sensor Centering (Procedures).
3. Operate the vehicle within the conditions for setting, and verify the DTC does not reset.

• If the DTC sets, replace the EBCM.

Repair Instructions

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

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