Code No. C1608 EEPROM fail


caution
  • If there is any problem in the CAN bus lines, an incorrect diagnosis code may be set. Prior to this diagnosis, diagnose the CAN bus lines (Refer to GROUP 54C - CAN Bus Diagnostics Table ).
  • If the ABS-ECU connector is disconnected or the battery terminal is disconnected when the ignition switch is ON, this diagnosis code may be set.
  • Since the failure information stored in the past is erased after this diagnosis is carried out, reproduce the state of malfunction.

OPERATION
The ABS-ECU stores diagnosis codes and failure information in the EEPROM*.
The ABS-ECU is energized by the solenoid valve power supply circuit (+BV terminal).
note *:EEPROM (Electrical Erasable and Programmable ROM)

DIAGNOSIS CODE SET CONDITIONS

  • This diagnosis code is set when the failure information stored in the EEPROM is not reliable. The failure information stored in the past is not output, and only this diagnosis code is set.
  • This diagnosis code may occur when ABS-ECU power supply shutdown or drop between ABS-ECU is writing a data to the EEPROM.

PROBABLE CAUSES

  • Disconnection of the ABS-ECU connector or the battery terminal when the ignition switch is ON
  • Loose battery terminal
  • Abnormality in battery
  • Damaged wiring harness and connectors
  • ABS-ECU malfunction

DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE

STEP 1. M.U.T.-III CAN bus diagnostics
Use M.U.T.-III to diagnose the CAN bus lines.

Q. Is the check result normal?
Go to Step 3.
Repair the CAN bus lines (Refer to GROUP 54C - CAN Bus Diagnostics Table ). On completion, go to Step 2.

STEP 2. Diagnosis code recheck after resetting CAN bus lines

Q. Is the diagnosis code No.C1608 set?
Go to Step 3.
The procedure is complete.

STEP 3. Battery check
Refer to GROUP 54A - Battery Test .

Q. Is the battery in good condition?
Go to Step 5.
Go to Step 4.

STEP 4. Charging system check
Refer to GROUP 16 - On-vehicle Service/Alternator Output Line Voltage Drop Test .

Q. Is the charging system in good condition?
Replace the battery. Then go to Step 9.
Repair or replace the charging system component(s).

STEP 5. Voltage measurement at the ABS-ECU connector
(1)Disconnect the connector, and measure at the wiring harness side.
(2)Measure the voltage between the +BV terminal and the body earth.
OK: Approximately system voltage

Q. Is the check result normal?
Go to Step 7.
Go to Step 6.

STEP 6. Check of short to power supply, short to earth, and open circuit in +BV line between fusible link and ABS-ECU connector

Q. Is the check result normal?
Go to Step 7.
NO : Repair the fusible link, connector(s) or wiring harness.

STEP 7. Resistance measurement at ABS-ECU connector
(1)Disconnect the connector, and measure at the wiring harness side.
(2)Resistance between the GND1 terminal and the body earth, and between the GND2 terminal and the body earth.
OK: Continuity exists (2 Ω or less)

Q. Is the check result normal?
Go to Step 9.
Go to Step 8.

STEP 8. Check of open circuit in GND1, GND2 line between ABS-ECU connector and body earth

Q. Is the check result normal?
Go to Step 9.
NO : Repair the connector(s) or wiring harness.

STEP 9. Check whether the diagnosis code is reset.
(1)Erase the diagnosis code.
(2)Turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position.
(3)Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position.

Q. Is diagnosis code No. C1608 set?
Replace the hydraulic unit (integrated with ABS-ECU) (Refer to ). Then go to step 10.
Go to step 11.

STEP 10. Check whether the diagnosis code is reset.
Drive the vehicle at 20 km/h or higher.
note The ABS warning lamp does not turn OFF in some cases unless the vehicle runs at 20 km/h or higher.

Q. Is diagnosis code No. C1608 set?
Return to Step 1.
NO : Go to step 11.

STEP 11. Check the other diagnosis code.
Drive the vehicle at 20 km/h or more.
note The ABS warning lamp does not turn OFF in some cases unless the vehicle runs at 20 km/h or higher.

Q. Is any diagnosis code set?
Carry out the applicable troubleshooting for the diagnosis code (Refer to ).
NO : The procedure is complete.