C1255
EBCM Internal Malfunction
Causes
- Internal EBCM hardware failure (processor, memory, PCB components)
- Corrupted or failed EBCM software/firmware
- Intermittent or low power supply to EBCM (battery/charging/ignition circuit)
- Poor or corroded ground or connector damage at the EBCM
- Water intrusion or physical damage to module or connector
- Severe CAN bus or communication errors affecting the EBCM
Symptoms
- ABS warning lamp ON
- Traction control/ESC warning lamp ON or disabled
- Loss of ABS and traction control functions (longer stopping distances under ABS events)
- Stored or intermittent ABS/EBCM diagnostic trouble codes
- Possible warning chimes or reduced vehicle stability assistance
What to check
- Read all stored and pending codes and freeze frame with a capable scan tool
- Confirm battery voltage and charging system (measure with engine off and running)
- Inspect EBCM connector for corrosion, bent pins, water intrusion and secure fit
- Check ABS/EBM-related fuses and relays
- Verify good chassis and battery ground connections, especially near module
- Check CAN bus communication to EBCM (loss-of-communication codes, bus voltage)
Signal parameters
- Battery supply voltage to EBCM: ~11–15 V (key on, engine running ≈12–14.8 V)
- EBCM ground continuity: near 0 Ω to chassis
- CAN high/low differential: approx. 2.5 V idle, ± differential ~1 V (varies by vehicle) — verify communications present
- Wheel speed sensor signals: AC or digital pulses proportional to wheel speed (should be present and consistent across wheels during wheel rotation)
- Pump motor current draw: should match factory spec during pump operation (excessive or no current indicates pump or control fault)
Diagnostic algorithm
- Connect a professional scan tool that supports ABS/EBCM, record all codes and freeze frame data.
- Confirm if C1255 is current or historic; clear codes and attempt a test drive to reproduce.
- Measure battery voltage at the EBCM connector with key on/engine running; verify within acceptable range.
- Inspect and secure power and ground wires at EBCM; clean corrosion and reseal connectors if needed.
- Check fuses/relays for ABS/EBCM circuits; test/replace if faulty.
- Use scan tool to check for CAN bus communication and other communication-related trouble codes (U-codes).
- Monitor live data: wheel speed sensors, pump request/status, and any internal EBCM status messages.
- Perform wiggle tests of wiring harness while monitoring live data to reveal intermittent faults.
- If power/ground/communication and sensors are good, check for available software updates/TSBs and attempt module reflash/reprogram per manufacturer procedure.
- If internal module fault persists after all external causes are ruled out and reflashing fails, replace EBCM and perform required relearns and programming.
- After repair or replacement, clear codes and perform a full road test to confirm ABS/EBCM functionality and ensure no related codes return.
Likely causes
- Bad ground or low battery voltage to EBCM
- Corroded/wet connector at the EBCM
- Module internal component failure
- Software corruption needing reflash/reprogram
- CAN bus wiring fault or another module putting bus into error
Fault status
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HUMMER
C1255
Rear Right(RR) Height Sensor | Height Sensor - Rear Right | Height Sensor Range Over
Causes
- Internal EBCM hardware failure (processor, memory, PCB components)
- Corrupted or failed EBCM software/firmware
- Intermittent or low power supply to EBCM (battery/charging/ignition circuit)
- Poor or corroded ground or connector damage at the EBCM
- Water intrusion or physical damage to module or connector
- Severe CAN bus or communication errors affecting the EBCM
Symptoms
- ABS warning lamp ON
- Traction control/ESC warning lamp ON or disabled
- Loss of ABS and traction control functions (longer stopping distances under ABS events)
- Stored or intermittent ABS/EBCM diagnostic trouble codes
- Possible warning chimes or reduced vehicle stability assistance
What to check
- Read all stored and pending codes and freeze frame with a capable scan tool
- Confirm battery voltage and charging system (measure with engine off and running)
- Inspect EBCM connector for corrosion, bent pins, water intrusion and secure fit
- Check ABS/EBM-related fuses and relays
- Verify good chassis and battery ground connections, especially near module
- Check CAN bus communication to EBCM (loss-of-communication codes, bus voltage)
Signal parameters
- Battery supply voltage to EBCM: ~11–15 V (key on, engine running ≈12–14.8 V)
- EBCM ground continuity: near 0 Ω to chassis
- CAN high/low differential: approx. 2.5 V idle, ± differential ~1 V (varies by vehicle) — verify communications present
- Wheel speed sensor signals: AC or digital pulses proportional to wheel speed (should be present and consistent across wheels during wheel rotation)
- Pump motor current draw: should match factory spec during pump operation (excessive or no current indicates pump or control fault)
Diagnostic algorithm
- Connect a professional scan tool that supports ABS/EBCM, record all codes and freeze frame data.
- Confirm if C1255 is current or historic; clear codes and attempt a test drive to reproduce.
- Measure battery voltage at the EBCM connector with key on/engine running; verify within acceptable range.
- Inspect and secure power and ground wires at EBCM; clean corrosion and reseal connectors if needed.
- Check fuses/relays for ABS/EBCM circuits; test/replace if faulty.
- Use scan tool to check for CAN bus communication and other communication-related trouble codes (U-codes).
- Monitor live data: wheel speed sensors, pump request/status, and any internal EBCM status messages.
- Perform wiggle tests of wiring harness while monitoring live data to reveal intermittent faults.
- If power/ground/communication and sensors are good, check for available software updates/TSBs and attempt module reflash/reprogram per manufacturer procedure.
- If internal module fault persists after all external causes are ruled out and reflashing fails, replace EBCM and perform required relearns and programming.
- After repair or replacement, clear codes and perform a full road test to confirm ABS/EBCM functionality and ensure no related codes return.
Likely causes
- Bad ground or low battery voltage to EBCM
- Corroded/wet connector at the EBCM
- Module internal component failure
- Software corruption needing reflash/reprogram
- CAN bus wiring fault or another module putting bus into error
Fault status
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HYUNDAI: 2021
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Accent
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HYUNDAI: 2020
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Palisade
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Veloster N
C1255
ABS Inlet Valve Coil RR Circuit Open
Causes
- Internal EBCM hardware failure (processor, memory, PCB components)
- Corrupted or failed EBCM software/firmware
- Intermittent or low power supply to EBCM (battery/charging/ignition circuit)
- Poor or corroded ground or connector damage at the EBCM
- Water intrusion or physical damage to module or connector
- Severe CAN bus or communication errors affecting the EBCM
Symptoms
- ABS warning lamp ON
- Traction control/ESC warning lamp ON or disabled
- Loss of ABS and traction control functions (longer stopping distances under ABS events)
- Stored or intermittent ABS/EBCM diagnostic trouble codes
- Possible warning chimes or reduced vehicle stability assistance
What to check
- Read all stored and pending codes and freeze frame with a capable scan tool
- Confirm battery voltage and charging system (measure with engine off and running)
- Inspect EBCM connector for corrosion, bent pins, water intrusion and secure fit
- Check ABS/EBM-related fuses and relays
- Verify good chassis and battery ground connections, especially near module
- Check CAN bus communication to EBCM (loss-of-communication codes, bus voltage)
Signal parameters
- Battery supply voltage to EBCM: ~11–15 V (key on, engine running ≈12–14.8 V)
- EBCM ground continuity: near 0 Ω to chassis
- CAN high/low differential: approx. 2.5 V idle, ± differential ~1 V (varies by vehicle) — verify communications present
- Wheel speed sensor signals: AC or digital pulses proportional to wheel speed (should be present and consistent across wheels during wheel rotation)
- Pump motor current draw: should match factory spec during pump operation (excessive or no current indicates pump or control fault)
Diagnostic algorithm
- Connect a professional scan tool that supports ABS/EBCM, record all codes and freeze frame data.
- Confirm if C1255 is current or historic; clear codes and attempt a test drive to reproduce.
- Measure battery voltage at the EBCM connector with key on/engine running; verify within acceptable range.
- Inspect and secure power and ground wires at EBCM; clean corrosion and reseal connectors if needed.
- Check fuses/relays for ABS/EBCM circuits; test/replace if faulty.
- Use scan tool to check for CAN bus communication and other communication-related trouble codes (U-codes).
- Monitor live data: wheel speed sensors, pump request/status, and any internal EBCM status messages.
- Perform wiggle tests of wiring harness while monitoring live data to reveal intermittent faults.
- If power/ground/communication and sensors are good, check for available software updates/TSBs and attempt module reflash/reprogram per manufacturer procedure.
- If internal module fault persists after all external causes are ruled out and reflashing fails, replace EBCM and perform required relearns and programming.
- After repair or replacement, clear codes and perform a full road test to confirm ABS/EBCM functionality and ensure no related codes return.
Likely causes
- Bad ground or low battery voltage to EBCM
- Corroded/wet connector at the EBCM
- Module internal component failure
- Software corruption needing reflash/reprogram
- CAN bus wiring fault or another module putting bus into error
Fault status
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