MolaKule
Staff member
Condition 2 was what we found on our TrailBlazer:
This condition may be caused by a software anomaly , I.E., software coding error from GM.
Quote:
Intermittent StabiliTrak® Indicator Light Blinking, StabiliTrak® Active Message Displayed, DTC C0196 Set (Reprogram Electronic Brake Control Module (EBCM))
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN
Reference Number(s): 08-05-25-005, Date of Issue: October 01, 2008
Affected Model(s): 2006-2007 Buick Rainier; 2006-2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer Models; 2006-2009 GMC Envoy Models; 2006-2009 Saab 9-7X; 2006-2009 Isuzu Ascender Models
NOTE: This bulletin provides information on two different conditions.
Condition #1
Some customers may comment on a Service StabiliTrak® indicator light along with a Service StabiliTrak® message displayed in the DIC. Upon investigation, the technician may find DTC C0196 set in history.
Condition #2
Some customers may comment on a blinking StabiliTrak® indicator light along with a StabiliTrak Active message displayed in the DIC during normal driving conditions. No DTCs will be found with this concern.
Cause
This condition may be caused by a software anomaly within the electronic brake control module (EBCM) that allowed the yaw offset to be falsely learned.
Correction
Correction
Do This Don't Do This
Reprogram the EBCM. Do not replace the yaw sensor or EBCM for this condition.
IMPORTANT: From the controller list, select "VSES Vehicle Stability Enhancement System Control Module."
If routine diagnosis using SI does not reveal any obvious cause, reprogram the EBCM using SPS with the latest software available on TIS2WEB. Refer to the Service Programming System (SPS) procedures in SI. As always, make sure your Tech 2® is updated with the latest software version.
Warranty Information (excluding Saab U.S. Models)
For vehicles repaired under warranty, use:
Warranty Information (excluding Saab U.S. Models)
Labor Operation Description Labor Time
H2508 Electronic Brake and/or Traction Control Module Reprogramming with SPS Use Published Labor Operation Time
This condition may be caused by a software anomaly , I.E., software coding error from GM.
Quote:
Intermittent StabiliTrak® Indicator Light Blinking, StabiliTrak® Active Message Displayed, DTC C0196 Set (Reprogram Electronic Brake Control Module (EBCM))
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN
Reference Number(s): 08-05-25-005, Date of Issue: October 01, 2008
Affected Model(s): 2006-2007 Buick Rainier; 2006-2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer Models; 2006-2009 GMC Envoy Models; 2006-2009 Saab 9-7X; 2006-2009 Isuzu Ascender Models
NOTE: This bulletin provides information on two different conditions.
Condition #1
Some customers may comment on a Service StabiliTrak® indicator light along with a Service StabiliTrak® message displayed in the DIC. Upon investigation, the technician may find DTC C0196 set in history.
Condition #2
Some customers may comment on a blinking StabiliTrak® indicator light along with a StabiliTrak Active message displayed in the DIC during normal driving conditions. No DTCs will be found with this concern.
Cause
This condition may be caused by a software anomaly within the electronic brake control module (EBCM) that allowed the yaw offset to be falsely learned.
Correction
Correction
Do This Don't Do This
Reprogram the EBCM. Do not replace the yaw sensor or EBCM for this condition.
IMPORTANT: From the controller list, select "VSES Vehicle Stability Enhancement System Control Module."
If routine diagnosis using SI does not reveal any obvious cause, reprogram the EBCM using SPS with the latest software available on TIS2WEB. Refer to the Service Programming System (SPS) procedures in SI. As always, make sure your Tech 2® is updated with the latest software version.
Warranty Information (excluding Saab U.S. Models)
For vehicles repaired under warranty, use:
Warranty Information (excluding Saab U.S. Models)
Labor Operation Description Labor Time
H2508 Electronic Brake and/or Traction Control Module Reprogramming with SPS Use Published Labor Operation Time
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