Testing Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1999 Buick Regal and 1999 Buick Century. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
Check for PCM DTCs. If no PCM DTC is stored, DTC C1275 may have set due to a hot engine or a hot transaxle (both normal conditions). No repairs should be made to the ETS System.
- Perform DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM CHECK . After performing diagnostic system check, go to next step.
- Connect scan tool to Data Link Connector (DLC). Turn ignition on. If any ABS or PCM DTCs are set, diagnose accordingly. If no DTCs are set, go to next step.
- Clear DTCs. Turn ignition off, then on. If DTC C1275 resets, go to step 5 . If DTC C1275 does not reset, go to next step.
- Start engine and drive vehicle at greater than 10 MPH. Accelerate from a standing stop using adequate throttle to induce traction control. Repeat this driving cycle two more times. If DTC C1275 sets during last 3 drive cycles, go to next step. If DTC C1275 does not set, see INTERMITTENTS & POOR CONNECTIONS under DIAGNOSIS & TESTING.
- Perform ON-BOARD DIAGNOSTIC (OBD) SYSTEM CHECK in SELF-DIAGNOSTICS article in ENGINE PERFORMANCE. If on-board diagnostic system check passes, go to next step. If on-board diagnostic system check does not pass, perform repairs as indicated in self-diagnostics.
- Replace EBTCM.