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Test Description

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The number below refers to the step number on the diagnostic table.

  1. 3:  This step tests if the IPC is able to turn OFF the ABS indicator.
ABS Indicator Always On

Step Action Yes No
Schematic Reference:  ABS Schematics  
Connector End View Reference:  ABS Connector End Views   or  Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console Connector End Views  in Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console
1 Did you perform the ABS Diagnostic System Check? Go to Step 2  Go to Diagnostic System Check - ABS 
2
  1. Turn OFF the ignition for 5 seconds.
  2. Turn ON the ignition while observing the ABS indicator.
Does the ABS indicator illuminate for 2 seconds and then turn OFF?		 Go to Diagnostic Aids Go to Step 3 
3 
  1. Install a scan tool.
  2. Select the Instrument Panel Cluster Special Functions menu on the scan tool.
  3. Command the IPC Lamps OFF.
Does the ABS indicator turn OFF?		 Go to Step 5  Go to Step 4 
4 Replace the instrument panel cluster. Refer to Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) Replacement (Chevrolet) or Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) Replacement (Pontiac) in Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console.
Did you complete the replacement?		 Go to Step 6  -
5 Replace the EBCM. Refer to Electronic Brake Control Module Replacement .
Did you complete the replacement?		 Go to Step 6  -
6
  1. Turn OFF the ignition for 5 seconds.
  2. Turn ON the ignition while observing the ABS indicator.
Does the ABS indicator illuminate for 2 seconds and then turn OFF?		 System OK Go to Step 3 
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