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C0240

DTC C0240

DTC C0240 Step 1 - 6:





Circuit Description
The PCM monitors various parameters and will not allow traction control operation if any parameter falls below a specified value.

Conditions for Running the DTC
The ignition is ON.

Conditions for Setting the DTC
The PCM detects a malfunction and then causes TCS shut down until the malfunction has been corrected.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets
If equipped, the following actions occur:
- The EBCM disables the TCSNSES for the duration of the ignition cycle.
- A DTC C0240 is stored
- The TCS is disabled.
- The Stability Off indicator is turned on.
- If the TCS is again allowed to function, the indicator will be turned off but the DTC will be stored.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC
- The condition for the DTC is no longer present and the DTC is cleared with a scan tool.
- The EBCM automatically clears the history DTC when a current DTC is not detected in 100 consecutive drive cycles.

Test Description
The numbers refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.
4. This step checks if DTC C0240 resets.