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C122E




DTC C0245, C122E

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 Descriptors
DTC C0245 00
- Wheel Speed Sensor Frequency Error

DTC C122E
- Wheel Speed Sensor Frequency Error

Circuit/System 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.

Conditions for Running the DTC

* Ignition ON.
* Ignition voltage is greater than 10 volts.
* Vehicle must be moving at a speed less than 14.5 km/h (9 mph).
* No wheel speed sensor faults exist.
* Brake is not applied.
* Vehicle is not cornering.
* No wheel spinning is detected.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

Wheel speed differences between one wheel and the others is greater than 25 percent.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

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

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

* The condition for setting the DTC is no longer present.
* The EBCM clears the history DTC when a current DTC is not detected in 40 consecutive drive cycles.

Diagnostic Aids

* Faulty wheel speed sensor will not set this DTC.
* A vehicle using a space saver spare will not set this code.

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 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 Verification

Inspect for one tire that has improper air pressure or improper size.