Diagnostic Test
- CHECK FOR A DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) C1041-LEFT FRONT TONE WHEEL PERFORMANCE NOTE: This DTC must be active for the results of this test to be valid.
- Turn the ignition on.
- Using the scan tool, read DTCs.
- Record DTC and Freeze Frame information.
- Using the scan tool, erase DTCs.
- Cycle the ignition switch off then on.CAUTION: Make sure brake capability is available before road testing.
- Test drive the vehicle in a straight line to 40 km/h (25 mph).NOTE: Vehicle must be driven above 40 km/h (25 mph) for set conditions to be met.
- Using the scan tool, read DTCs.
Does the scan tool display: C1041-LEFT FRONT TONE WHEEL PERFORMANCE active?
Yes
- Go to step 3
No
- Go to step 2
- CHECK WHEEL SPEED SENSOR SIGNALS
- Turn the ignition on.
- Using the scan tool, monitor and graph ALL the WSS speeds and compare graph while an assistant drives the vehicle.NOTE: If graph shows periodic dropouts pay close attention to the tone wheel.
- Slowly accelerate as straight as possible from a stop to 40 km/h (25 mph).
Is the Left Front WSS speed showing 0 km/h (0 mph) or not matching other wheels or showing erratic behavior?
Yes
- Go to step 3
No
- Perform ABS VERIFICATION TEST. See DTC-Based Diagnostics/MODULE, Antilock Brake (ABS) - Standard Procedure .
- CHECK FOR IMPROPER LEFT FRONT TIRE PRESSURE/MISMATCHED TIRES
- Turn the ignition off.
- Check and adjust the Left Front Tire pressure.
- Check and adjust all other tire pressures.
- Inspect for mismatched tires on vehicle.
Is the Left Front Tire improperly inflated or mismatched tires on vehicle?
Yes
- Repair as necessary.
- Perform ABS VERIFICATION TEST. See DTC-Based Diagnostics/MODULE, Antilock Brake (ABS) - Standard Procedure .
No
- Go to step 4
- CHECK THE LEFT FRONT TONE WHEEL/BEARING FOR DAMAGE NOTE: Check the tone wheel teeth for missing teeth, cracks, or looseness. Teeth should be perfectly square, not bent, or nicked.
- Check the Left Front Tone Wheel/Bearing for damage.
- Check the Left Front Tone Wheel for dirt.
Was the tone wheel dirty?
Yes
- Clean tone wheel and sensor. Clear codes and retest.
- Perform ABS VERIFICATION TEST. See DTC-Based Diagnostics/MODULE, Antilock Brake (ABS) - Standard Procedure .
No
- Replace the Left Front Tone Wheel/Bearing in accordance with the Service Information.
- Perform ABS VERIFICATION TEST. See DTC-Based Diagnostics/MODULE, Antilock Brake (ABS) - Standard Procedure .