Antilock Brake System - Less than 3900 kg (8600 lb) GVW

DTC C0245

Diagnostic Instructions

* Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle (with HP2) (Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview)Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle (without HP2) (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 C0245 00
- Wheel Speed Sensor Frequency Error

Circuit/System Description

The wheel speed sensor receives ignition voltage from the electronic brake control module (EBCM) and provides an output signal to the EBCM. As the wheel spins, the wheel speed sensor sends the EBCM a DC square wave signal, and uses the frequency of the square wave signal to calculate the wheel speed.

Conditions for Running the DTC

* Ignition voltage is greater than 9.5 volts.
* No wheel speed sensor faults exist.
* Brake is not applied.
* Vehicle is not cornering.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

Wheel speed differences between one wheel and the others is greater than 25 percent.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

* The EBCM disables the traction control system (TCS) and vehicle stability enhancement system (VSES) for the duration of the ignition cycle.
* The ABS indicator illuminates.
* The StabiliTrak indicator illuminates.
* The driver information center (DIC) displays all wheel drive (AWD) OFF/Service Traction Control/Service StabiliTrak message.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

* The DTC becomes history when the conditions for setting the DTC are no longer present.
* The history DTC clears after 100 malfunction-free ignition cycles.

Diagnostic Aids

* Faulty wheel speed sensor will not set this DTC.
* A vehicle using a space saver spare will not set this code.

Reference Information
Schematic Reference

Antilock Brake System Schematics (Less than 3900 kg (8600 lb) GVW)
Connector End View Reference

Component Connector End Views (Connector Views)
Description and Operation

ABS Description and Operation (Description and Operation)
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

Inspect for one tire that has improper air pressure or improper size.