Conditions for Setting the DTC: C0163
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The DTC sets when the EBCM detects that the vehicle decelerates without a brake apply signal. All of the conditions below must be met 2 times before the DTC sets:
- The EBCM does not receive a voltage input from the stop lamp supply voltage circuit.
- ABS, vehicle stability enhancement system (VSES) and Traction Control System (TCS) is not active.
- Vehicle speed exceeds 24 km/h (15 mph) and decelerates greater than 12 km/h (7 mph) per second.
- Vehicle speed drops below 24 km/h (15 mph) during deceleration.