C0253

DTC C0253

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 C0253
- Centering Error




Circuit/System Description

The electronic brake control module (EBCM) receives serial data message inputs from the steering wheel position sensor identifying the position and direction of the steering wheel rotation.


Conditions for Running the DTC

* The ignition is ON.
* The vehicle speed is greater than 40 km/h (25 mph).



Conditions for Setting the DTC

If the steering angle sensor controller area network (CAN) message or the EBCM indicates an uncentered sensor


Action Taken When the DTC Sets

If equipped, the following actions occur:

* The EBCM disables the ABS/traction control system (TCS)/vehicle stability enhancement system (VSES) and for the duration of the ignition cycle.
* A malfunction DTC will set.
* The ABS indicator turns ON.
* The Stability indicator turns ON.



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.



Diagnostic Aids

Perform the steering angle sensor centering procedure.


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)
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

1. Verify that DTC C0186, C0196, C0252, or C0710 is not set.

• If any of the DTCs are set, refer to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List - Vehicle (Diagnostic Trouble Code Descriptions).

2. With the scan tool perform the Steering Angle Sensor Centering, refer to Steering Angle Sensor Centering (Procedures).
3. Operate the vehicle within the conditions for setting, and verify the DTC does not reset.

• If the DTC sets, replace the EBCM.




Repair Instructions

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

* Diagnostic Test Drive (Description of On-Board Diagnostics)
* Steering Angle Sensor Centering (Procedures)
* Steering Wheel Position Sensor or Steering Shaft Lower Bearing Replacement (Steering Wheel Position Sensor or Steering Shaft Lower Bearing Replacement)
* Control Module References (Programming and Relearning) for EBCM replacement, setup, and programming