Self-Diagnostic System
The Anti-Lock Brake System/Traction Control Control Module (ABS/TCCM) is integrated with the hydraulic control unit. The hydraulic control unit contains the solenoids, input and return valves. There is not electrical connection between ABS/TCCM and hydraulic control unit. The ABS/TCCM constantly monitors the brake system by passing self-checking electrical pulses around the circuit. The following items are checked during self-check:
- Operating voltage must be approximately 9-19 volts. If voltage is not within specification, ABS/TCCM will shut down.
- Pump is monitored for voltage supply and voltage feedback.
- Monitoring for a disturbance. A failure may be caused by external radio frequency interference, internal leakage current, defective valve resistor or faulty valve.
- Internal controller failure. This would be detected by a RAM and ROM test.
- Controller Area Network (CAN) failure. ABS/TCCM checks for correct operation of CAN and performs a RAM self-check.
Signals processed by the ABS/TCCM may be shared via CAN to be used for instrument cluster speed display, cruise control and ASC/TC operation. Depending on fault detected, the system will adopt one of the following operational modes:
- ASC/TC Switches Off
The ASC and TC systems will shut down until fault is corrected. ABS will continue to function normally. - System Inhibited
Operation of the modulator assembly solenoid valve will be inhibited while fault is present. Brake system will operate as a normal brake system. - System Switches Off
ABS or ABS/TC system will be shut-off until fault is corrected. Brake system will operate as a normal brake system.