Fault Code 152: ABS Active
J1939: SA 3 SPN 563 FMI 9, 13, 19
Overview
The Transmission Control Module (TCM) receives the vehicle’s Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Active message over the Primary Data Link. This information is used to determine transmission operation.
Detection
The TCM monitors the ABS Active message. If a failure is detected the fault is set Active.
Conditions to Set Fault Code Active
FMI 9 - Abnormal Update Rate: ABS Active message not received for 5 seconds.
FMI 13 - Out of Calibration: ABS Active message not available for 5 seconds.
FMI 19: ABS Active message invalid for 5 seconds.
Fallback
FMI 9, 13, 19:
- Amber warning lamp on
- Engine commanded features prohibited
Conditions to Set Fault Code Inactive
FMI 9, 13, 19: ABS Active message.
Possible Causes
FMI 9, 13, 19:
- Vehicle Components
- Module(s)
- ABS Active
- Primary Data Link
Additional Tools
- None
Fault Code 152 Troubleshooting
Record the transmission fault codes, FMIs, occurrences, and timestamps from the Service Activity Report created during the Diagnostic Procedure.
If Fault Code 152 is Inactive and there are other Active vehicle or transmission fault codes, troubleshoot all Active fault codes. Go to Step V
If Fault Code 152 FMI 13 is Active, refer to OEM and enable vehicle ABS Active SPN 563. Go to Step V
If Fault Code 152 FMI 13 is Inactive, Go to Step V
If Fault Code 152 FMI 9 or 19 is Active or Inactive, refer to OEM guidelines regarding ABS Active message repair or replacement. Go to Step V
Key off.
Reconnect all connectors and verify that all components are properly installed.
Key on with engine off.
Connect ServiceRanger.
Go to “Fault Codes”.
Select “Clear All Faults”.
Operate vehicle and attempt to reset the fault code or duplicate the previous complaint.
Check for fault codes using ServiceRanger.
If no fault codes set and the vehicle operates properly, test complete.
If Fault Code 152 sets Active during operation, Go to Step A
If a fault code other than 152 sets Active, troubleshoot per Fault Code Isolation Procedure Index.