FixVault

Symptom Chart: Vehicle Dynamic Systems

SYMPTOM CHART - VEHICLE DYNAMIC SYSTEMS

Condition Possible Sources Actions
  • No communication with the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module
  • Fuse
  • Wiring, terminals or connectors
  • Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module concern
  • The red brake warning indicator is always/never on
  • Low brake fluid level
  • Brake fluid level sensor
  • Parking brake applied
  • Parking brake switch
  • Brake booster vacuum sensor
  • Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) concern
  • Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) concern
  • The yellow Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) warning indicator is always/never on
  • Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) concern
  • Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) concern
  • The stability/traction control indicator "sliding-car icon" is always/never on
  • Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) concern
  • Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) concern
  • Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) false activation, Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) too sensitive, Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) activates on normal stop
  • Front/rear suspension concern
  • Restraints Control Module (RCM) mounting
  • Loose wheel speed sensor/excessive air gap
  • Parking brake shoes out of adjustment (dragging)
  • CHECK and if necessary, ADJUST the parking brake shoes.
  • The traction control system cannot be disabled
  • Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) message center
  • A MyKey® restricted key is in use with the AdvanceTrac® always-on feature configured to ON