C1233

DTC C1221-C1235





Test 1-5





Test 6-10

Circuit Description
As the wheel spins, the wheel speed sensor produces an AC signal. The EBCM uses the frequency of the AC signal to calculate the wheel speed.

Conditions for Running the DTC
C1221 through C1228
^ DTCs C1232 through C1235 are not set.
^ The brake pedal is not pressed.
^ The ABS is not active.
C1232 through C1235
The ignition is ON.

Conditions for Setting the DTC
C1221 through C1224
There are two groups of conditions under which these DTCs could be set. In each group, all of the listed conditions must be met.
All of the following conditions exist for 2.5 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.
Or, all of the following conditions exist for 20 seconds:
^ The suspect wheel speed and a second wheel speed both equal zero.
^ The remaining two wheel speeds are greater than 16 km/h (10 mph).
^ The difference between the remaining two wheel speeds is less than 11 km/h (7 mph).

C1225 through C1228
The EBCM detects a rapid variation in the wheel speed. The wheel speed changes by 16 km/h (10 mph) or more in 0.01 second. The change must occur 3 times with no more than 1 second between occurrences.

C1232 through C1235
One of the following conditions exists for 0.02 seconds:
^ A short to voltage - the wheel speed sensor signal circuit or the wheel speed sensor return circuit voltages are greater than 4.25 volts.
^ A short to ground - the wheel speed sensor signal circuit or the wheel speed sensor return circuit voltages are 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.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets
If equipped, the following actions occur:
^ The EBCM disables the ABS/TCS for the duration of the ignition cycle.
^ The EBCM temporarily suspends the TIM monitoring function while the DTC is set.
^ The ABS indicator turns ON.
^ The Traction Off indicator turns ON.
^ The DRP does not function optimally unless a DTC for the other wheel speed sensor on the same axle is also set, then the EBCM disables the DRP for the duration of the ignition cycle.
^ When the EBCM disables DRP, the red Brake warning indicator turns ON.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC
^ The condition for the DTC is no longer present and you used the scan tool Clear DTC function.
^ The EBCM automatically clears the history DTC when a current DTC is not detected in 100 consecutive drive cycles.

Diagnostic Aids
C1221 through C1224
Under the following conditions, 2 Wheel Speed Sensor Input is 0 DTCs are set:
^ The 2 suspect wheel speeds equal zero for 20 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.

C1225 through C1228
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.

C1232 through C1235
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 DTCs 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 of salt to 8 fl. oz. of water (10 g of salt to 200 ml. 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.

Test Description
The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.
4. Measures the resistance of the wheel speed sensor in order to determine if the sensor has a valid resistance value.
5. Ensures that the wheel speed sensor is generating a valid AC voltage output.