DTC C1275: Serial Data Malfunction (ALERO & 1999 Grand Am)
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
- Perform diagnostic system check. See DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM CHECK. After performing diagnostic system check, go to next step.
- Turn ignition switch to ON position. Using scan tool, display DTCs. Make note of any DTCs and see DTC table. If no DTCs are displayed, go to next step.
- Using scan tool, clear any DTCs. Turn ignition switch to OFF position. Turn ignition switch to ON position. If DTC C1275 sets, go to step 5) . If DTC C1275 does not set, go to next step.
- Start engine and test drive vehicle at a speed of at least 10 mph. Repeat this drive cycle sequence 2 more times. If DTC C1275 set in last 3 drive cycles, go to next step. If DTC C1275 did not set in last 3 drive cycles, see INTERMITTENTS & POOR CONNECTIONS under DIAGNOSIS & TESTING.
- Perform POWERTRAIN OBD SYSTEM CHECK. See appropriate SELF-DIAGNOSTICS article in ENGINE PERFORMANCE. If vehicle passes, go to next step.
- Replace EBCM. See ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL MODULE/ ELECTRONIC BRAKE & TRACTION CONTROL MODULE (EBCM/EBTCM) under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION.