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C1225



DTC C1225

Circuit Description

The electronic brake control module (EBCM) controls the vehicle stability control (VSC) solenoid. The VSC solenoid circuit is integral part of the EBCM.

DTC Descriptor

This diagnostic procedure supports the following DTC:

DTC C1225 Solenoid Circuit Open or Shorted

Conditions for Running the DTC

DTC C1225 can be set anytime the ignition is in the ON position.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

The EBCM detects a fault within the VSC solenoid circuit.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

* The traction control and VSC is disabled.
* The VSC warning indicator turns ON.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

The condition responsible for setting the DTC no longer exists and the scan tool Clear DTCs function is used.

Diagnostic Aids

Thoroughly inspect the wiring and the connectors. An incomplete inspection of the wiring and the connectors may result in a misdiagnosis, causing a part replacement with the reappearance of the malfunction.

The following are possible causes of the malfunction:

* An EBCM internal malfunction
* If an intermittent malfunction exists, refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections. Component Tests and General Diagnostics

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