Diesel Data: Automotive Repair

ABS Control System Malfunction - Vehicle Stability Control System








BRAKE CONTROL / DYNAMIC CONTROL SYSTEMS: VEHICLE STABILITY CONTROL SYSTEM: 43: ABS Control System Malfunction

DTC 43 - ABS Control System Malfunction

DESCRIPTION

This DTC is output when the VSC system detects a malfunction in the ABS control system.





INSPECTION PROCEDURE

PROCEDURE

1. CHECK ABS CONTROL SYSTEM
(a) Clear the DTCs Reading and Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes.
(b) Turn the ignition switch to ON.
(c) Check if the same DTC is recorded Reading and Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes.
Result:





B -- REPAIR CIRCUITS INDICATED BY OUTPUT DTCS
A -- Continue to next step.

2. RECONFIRM DTC
(a) Turn the ignition switch off.
(b) Clear the DTCs Reading and Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes.
(c) Start the engine.
(d) Drive the vehicle at a speed of approximately 40 km/h (25 mph) or more for 60 seconds or more.
(e) Check if the same DTC is recorded Reading and Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes.
Result:





B -- REPLACE BRAKE ACTUATOR ASSEMBLY
A -- CHECK FOR INTERMITTENT PROBLEMS