Circuit Description
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Pontiac Montana SV6, 2007 Chevrolet Uplander, and 2007 Buick Terraza. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Proper operation of the vehicle stability enhancement system (VSES) is highly dependent on the ability to apply brake pressure to a selected wheel, through the brake pressure modulator valve (BPMV), as commanded by the electronic brake control module (EBCM). The EBCM may not be able to detect certain mechanical failures that may cause the VSES to perform poorly. This diagnostic procedure is designed to help diagnose concerns of poor vehicle stability, that may occur without the presence of any DTCs, by verifying the following.
- The tires are the correct size, properly inflated and in acceptable condition.
- There are no mechanical problems in the steering system.
- There are no mechanical problems in the suspension system.
- There are no mechanical problems in the base brake system.
- All of the VSES related hydraulic controls within the BPMV are functioning correctly.
Vehicle Stability Enhancement System Poor Performance
| Step | Action | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Did you review the system Description and Operation and the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle? | Go to Step 2 | Go to Symptoms - Antilock Brake System andDiagnostic System Check - Vehicle |
| 2 | Inspect all four tires for the following.
Did you find and correct a concern? |
Go to Step 8 | Go to Step 3 |
| 3 | Inspect the vehicle for proper power steering operation. Refer to Power Steering System Description and Operation
in Power Steering System. Did you find and correct a concern? |
Go to Step 8 | Go to Step 4 |
| 4 | Diagnose any suspension symptoms exhibited by the vehicle. Refer to Symptoms - Suspension General Diagnosis
in Suspension General Diagnosis. Did you find and correct a concern? |
Go to Step 8 | Go to Step 5 |
| 5 |
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Go to Step 8 | Go to Step 6 |
| 6 | Diagnose any hydraulic brake symptoms exhibited by the vehicle. Refer to Symptoms - Hydraulic Brakes
in Hydraulic Brakes. Did you find and correct a concern? |
Go to Step 8 | Go to Step 7 |
| 7 | Replace the brake pressure modulator valve (BPMV). Refer to Brake Pressure Modulator Valve Replacement . Did you complete the replacement? |
Go to Step 8 | - |
| 8 | Test drive the vehicle to verify that the stability concern has been corrected, refer to Diagnostic Test Drive . Has the concern been corrected? |
System OK | Go to Step 2 |