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C0240

DTC C0240





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:
- A DTC C0240 is stored.
- The TCS is disabled.
- The TRAC 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 scan tool clear DTC function is used
- 100 ignition cycles have passed with no DTCs detected

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