C0280

DTC C0280

Diagnostic Instructions

* Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle (Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview) prior to using this diagnostic procedure.
* Review Strategy Based Diagnosis (Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview) for an overview of the diagnostic approach.
* Diagnostic Procedure Instructions (Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview)provides an overview of each diagnostic category.

DTC Descriptor
DTC C0280 00
- Stability System Active Too Long

Circuit/System Description

The electronic brake control module (EBCM) detects a malfunction when VSES brake intervention is active for more than an excessive amount of time.

Conditions for Running the DTC

* Ignition is ON.
* The ignition voltage is above 10 volts.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

The EBCM detects VSES is active for more than 15 seconds.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

* The VSES functionality is disabled
* A DIC message and/or a warning indicator 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 ([1][2]Antilock Brakes / Traction Control Systems)
Connector End View Reference

Component Connector End Views (Connector Views)
Description and Operation

ABS Description and Operation (Description and Operation)
Electrical Information Reference

* Circuit Testing (Component Tests and General Diagnostics)
* Connector Repairs (Component Tests and General Diagnostics)
* Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections (Component Tests and General Diagnostics)
* Wiring Repairs (Component Tests and General Diagnostics)

Scan Tool Reference

Control Module References (Programming and Relearning)for scan tool information

Circuit/System Verification

Verify that DTC C0280 is not set as current.

If the DTC is set, clear the DTC with a scan tool, and operate the vehicle within the conditions for setting the DTC. If the DTC resets, replace the Yaw Rate/Lateral sensor.

Repair Instructions

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