Troubleshooting EC-30™ Controller Antilock Systems with Optional Traction Control

INSTRUCTIONS
ABS Trailer ABS TRACTION SERVICE Enable / Disable ANTILOCK / TRACTION ALWAYS USE EXTREME CAUTION WHEN WORKING ON
OR AROUND VEHICLES.
(LOCATED IN DASH AREA) CONTROLLER START UP: When power is applied the antilock and traction
(Ref. SD-13-4815) dash warning lamps will illuminate for a period of 2.5 seconds
When Servicing DRIVELINE while the electronic control unit (ECU) is performing a self
check, and “Chuff” test. If a trailer being towed has PLC,
Disable TRACTION (Switch OFF) the trailer dash lamp will illuminate for 2.5 seconds then
turn off unless a fault is indicated. The ABS and traction
DASH Blink Code Switch control modulators will be energized during the Chuff test.
(Optional)
LAMPS It is recommended during the initial start up that the brakes
ATC be applied to audibly hear the modulators exhaust during
the “Chuff’ test.
SERVICE NEEDED: When an issue is detected at start up,
the dash lights will flash and remain illuminated. When a
dynamic wheel speed issue is detected the dash lamps will
illuminate as early as 10 mph, indicating a wheel speed issue.
The dash lamps notify the driver that all or part of the ABS
function has been disengaged and standard air braking is
in effect. The ECU will automatically reset most intermittent
M-32™ Modulator codes (self healing). In most instances, if the intermittent
EC-30™ code has occurred more than five times the issue will be
(Ref. M-32QR™ CONTROLLER latched and require a magnetic reset. The area of concern
SD-13-4870) Modulator DIAGNOSTIC will always be identified in the diagnostic display.
TRACTION FUNCTION: The ECU monitors wheel spin.
DISPLAY When a spin condition exist, the traction dash lamp will
blink continuously indicating the traction control system
is active. IF SERVICING THE VEHICLE DRIVE LINE,
TRACTION SERVICE ENABLE / DISABLE SWITCH MUST
BE DISABLED.
(The traction dash lamp will be illuminated)
M-30™ RESET: The ECU can be magnetically reset by momentarily
Modulator holding a magnet against the RESET area on the controller.
(Ref. SD-13-4830) Ty Wrap SELF CONFIGURING: During self configuring the ECU
will automatically determine the number of sensors and if
ANTILOCK electronic engine equipped. The ECU will also determine if
MODULATOR the vehicle is traction equipped ONLY if the traction switch
ASSEMBLIES VEHICLE is toggled prior to magnetically self configuring. Holding a
magnet against the RESET area for 30 seconds completes
ENGINE MODULE self configuring.
Right
Angle BLINK CODE ACTIVATION: The ECU will provide blink
Mounting
1587 DIAGNOSTIC Sensor code diagnostics through the use of the blink code switch.
Details on active faults, fault history, ECU configuration, and
Toubleshooting Test CONNECTOR TYPICAL clearing of faults can be found in service data SD-13-4815.
Source M-32™ and M-32QR™ WHEEL SPEED REAR AXLE
B Hold
Exhaust
C
Modulator Twist-Lock (Bayonet) SENSOR-CONNECTOR Lap Top
and Threaded (Metric) Connectors
A Resistance for WS-20™ and WS-24™ Computer PC Software
Source B Parallel
wheel speed sensors across pins: or Serial • ACom® Diagnostics
Exciter
Connector Exhaust A
Ring 1500-2500 Ohms Cable order BW2329 or
download from
(Ref. SD-13-4754 for WS-20™sensors)
M-30™ and M-32™ www.bendix.com
(Ref. SD-13-4860 for WS-24™sensors)
Modulator Packard Straight
Connector Hold C Sensor

M-30™ Modulator
M-32™ & M-32QR™ Clip
Modulators TYPICAL J1708/J1587
(RP-1210) Hardware
Hold To Source: C – B Read 3.5 to 5 Ohms Read 4.9 to 5.5 Ohms FRONT Interface Adapter
Exhaust To Source: A – B Read 3.5 to 5 Ohms Read 4.9 to 5.5 Ohms
Exhaust To Hold: A – C Read 7.0 to 10 Ohms Read 9.8 to 11 Ohms
AXLE Hand Held Tools
Source To Ground: B – No Continuity No Continuity • Brake-Link™* 5010749
• Application card available from
*Brake-Link and Nexiq are trademarks of NNT, Inc. SPX and Kent-Moore are trademarks of SPX Corporation.
NEXIQ™*, SPX™*, Kent-Moore™*.

BLINK CODE DEFINITIONS

1st 2nd Wheel Speed Sensors (Continued) Wheel Speed Sensors (Continued) Note 1: Check sensor gap.
Digit Digit Fault Description 2 2 LF Sensor Intermittent 5 5 RR Sensor Open With sensor in contact with
1 1 No Faults 3 2 RF Sensor Intermittent 6 5 LM Sensor Open the tone ring, for Bendix wheel
Power / ABS Controller 4 2 LR Sensor Intermittent 7 5 RM Sensor Open speed sensors, there should be
1 2 Battery Voltage Too High 5 2 RR Sensor Intermittent at least 0.25 vac voltage output
1 3 Battery Voltage Too Low 6 2 LM Sensor Intermittent 2 6 LF Sensor Shorted Across Sensor when turning wheel by hand at
1 4 ABS Controller Fault (2) 7 2 RM Sensor Intermittent 3 6 RF Sensor Shorted Across Sensor 0.5 rev/sec.
1 5 ABS Controller Fault (6) 4 6 LR Sensor Shorted Across Sensor
1 6 ABS Controller Fault (7) 2 3 LF Sensor Shorted to VBAT 5 6 RR Sensor Shorted Across Sensor
1 7 ABS Controller Fault (9) 3 3 RF Sensor Shorted to VBAT 6 6 LM Sensor Shorted Across Sensor
1 8 ABS Controller Fault (10) 4 3 LR Sensor Shorted to VBAT 7 6 RM Sensor Shorted Across Sensor
1 9 ABS Controller Fault (11) 5 3 RR Sensor Shorted to VBAT
1 10 ABS Controller Fault (12) 6 3 LM Sensor Shorted to VBAT 2 7 LF Sensor Lock Time Out
1 11 ABS Controller Fault (13) 7 3 RM Sensor Shorted to VBAT 3 7 RF Sensor Lock Time Out
1 12 ABS Controller Fault (14) 4 7 LR Sensor Lock Time Out
1 13 ABS Controller Fault (1) 2 4 LF Sensor Shorted to Ground 5 7 RR Sensor Lock Time Out
1 14 ABS Controller Fault (3) 3 4 RF Sensor Shorted to Ground 6 7 LM Sensor Lock Time Out
1 15 ABS Controller Fault (8) 4 4 LR Sensor Shorted to Ground 7 7 RM Sensor Lock Time Out
Wheel Speed Sensors 5 4 RR Sensor Shorted to Ground
2 1 LF Sensor Start 6 4 LM Sensor Shorted to Ground 2 8 LF Sensor Frequency Doubling
3 1 RF Sensor Start 7 4 RM Sensor Shorted to Ground 3 8 RF Sensor Frequency Doubling
4 1 LR Sensor Start 4 8 LR Sensor Frequency Doubling
5 1 RR Sensor Start 2 5 LF Sensor Open 5 8 RR Sensor Frequency Doubling
6 1 LM Sensor Start 3 5 RF Sensor Open 6 8 LM Sensor Frequency Doubling
7 1 RM Sensor Start 4 5 LR Sensor Open 7 8 RM Sensor Frequency Doubling
Wheel Speed Sensors (Continued) ABS Modulators ABS Modulators (Continued)
2 9 LF Sensor High Frequency Noise 8 1 LF Modulator Lock Time Out 8 6 LF Modulator Shorted Between
3 9 RF Sensor High Frequency Noise 8 7 RF Modulator Lock Time Out 8 12 RF Modulator Shorted Between
4 9 LR Sensor High Frequency Noise 9 1 LR Modulator Lock Time Out 9 6 LR Modulator Shorted Between
5 9 RR Sensor High Frequency Noise 9 7 RR Modulator Lock Time Out 9 12 RR Modulator Shorted Between
6 9 LM Sensor High Frequency Noise Retarder Relay Control
7 9 RM Sensor High Frequency Noise 8 2 LF Modulator Open / Shorted to GND 10 1 Retarder Relay Open
8 8 RF Modulator Open / Shorted to GND 10 2 Retarder Relay Shorted
2 10 LF Sensor Wobble Run 9 2 LR Modulator Open / Shorted to GND ATC - Traction Control
3 10 RF Sensor Wobble Run 9 8 RR Modulator Open / Shorted to GND 10 5 Traction Modulator Open
4 10 LR Sensor Wobble Run 10 6 Traction Modulator Shorted to Ground
5 10 RR Sensor Wobble Run 8 3 LF Modulator Shorted to Ground 10 7 Traction Modulator Shorted
6 10 LM Sensor Wobble Run 8 9 RF Modulator Shorted to Ground 10 8 Traction Modulator Shorted to VBAT
7 10 RM Sensor Wobble Run 9 3 LR Modulator Shorted to Ground Lamps
9 9 RR Modulator Shorted to Ground 10 9 Traction Lamp Open
4 11 LR Sensor Gross Mismatch 10 10 Traction Lamp Shorted
5 11 RR Sensor Gross Mismatch 8 4 LF Modulator Shorted Solenoid 10 11 ABS - Warning Lamp Open
6 11 LM Sensor Gross Mismatch 8 10 RF Modulator Shorted Solenoid 10 12 ABS - Warning Lamp Shorted
7 11 RM Sensor Gross Mismatch 9 4 LR Modulator Shorted Solenoid 11 1 Trailer ABS - Warning Lamp Open (Dash Mounted)
9 10 RR Modulator Shorted Solenoid 11 2 Trailer ABS - Warning Lamp Shorted (Dash Mounted)
2 12 LF Sensor Abnormal Speed Engine Serial Communications
3 12 RF Sensor Abnormal Speed 8 5 LF Modulator Shorted to VBAT 11 3 J1939 Data Link Retarder Communication Fault
4 12 LR Sensor Abnormal Speed 8 11 RF Modulator Shorted to VBAT 11 4 J1939 Data Link Engine Communication Fault
5 12 RR Sensor Abnormal Speed 9 5 LR Modulator Shorted to VBAT 11 5 J1922 Data Link Engine Communication Fault
6 12 LM Sensor Abnormal Speed 9 11 RR Modulator Shorted to VBAT 11 6 J1922 Data Link Retarder Communication Fault
7 12 RM Sensor Abnormal Speed

Display Active DTC

Codes Press the Blink
To display active DTC Blink Code Action
Code Switch
codes, press the blink
1 time Display Active DTC Codes
code switch one time.
2 times Display DTC Code History
Following activation,
there will be a 3 second 3 times Reset Active DTC Codes
delay followed by a 4 times Display EC-30 Configuration
blink code display of all
active DTC codes.

Display DTC Code History

To display history DTC codes, press the blink code switch two times.
Following activation, there will be a 3 second delay followed by a blink
code display of all history DTC codes.

Reset Active DTC Codes

M-30™ modulator M-32™ modulator To reset active DTC codes, press the blink code switch three times.
Following activation, there will be a 3 second delay followed by a blink
C1-D1 3.5-5.0 Ohms 4.9-5.5 Ohms code message of:
C1-E1 3.5-5.0 Ohms 4.9-5.5 Ohms 1-1, (System Fully Operational - No DTCs Detected)
D1-E1 7.0-10.0 Ohms 9.8-11.0 Ohms or,
™ ™ A blink code display of all active DTC codes.
M-30 modulator M-32 modulator
H1-G1 3.5-5.0 Ohms 4.9-5.5 Ohms The ABS warning lamp will stay on if active DTCs are still present.
H1-F1 3.5-5.0 Ohms 4.9-5.5 Ohms
G1-F1 7.0-10.0 Ohms 9.8-11.0 Ohms Resetting active DTCcodes with blink code diagnostics does not clear
information from DTC history. DTC history can be retrieved by using
blink code diagnostics or by using a diagnostic tool.
Display EC-30™ 1st Digit Sensors
Controller 2 4 Sensors
Configuration 3 6 Sensors
To check the ECU 2nd Digit Modulators
configuration, press the 2 4 Modulators
blink code switch four
3rd Digit ATC
times. Following
activation, there will be 2 Not ATC
a 3 second delay 3 ATC Engine Torque Limiting Only
followed by a blink code 4 ATC Differential Brake Only
™
display of the EC-30 5 Full ATC (Engine Torque Limiting
configuration. and Differential Braking)
Most Commonly Encountered Problems
That Result In LED’s Being Illuminated
Repair or Replace Components as Necessary
1. Abraded or cut wires in the convoluted tubing near frame clamps.
M-30™ modulator M-32™ modulator 2. Cut or corroded wires near sharp frame members and frame mounted
modulators.
A1-B1 3.5-5.0 Ohms 4.9-5.5 Ohms
3. Wire jacket worn through from overlapping sensor and modulator
A1-C1 3.5-5.0 Ohms 4.9-5.5 Ohms wires near frame members and frame mounted modulators.
B1-C1 7.0-10.0 Ohms 9.8-11.0 Ohms 4. Corroded connectors and connections not properly sealed or damaged
seals.
M-30™ modulator M-32™ modulator 5. Damaged connector latches or connectors not completely seated to
F1-E1 3.5-5.0 Ohms 4.9-5.5 Ohms mating assemblies.
F1-D1 3.5-5.0 Ohms 4.9-5.5 Ohms 6. Terminals not completely latched or seated into connectors.
E1-D1 7.0-10.0 Ohms 9.8-11.0 Ohms 7. Excessive sensor air gap, sensor clip tension, or excessive bearing
end play (gently push sensor against wheel hub, or readjust bearings.)
8. Damage to exposed wires exiting or entering the convoluted tubing.
9. Worn, chipped or damaged sensor or modulator.
10. Non functioning antilock controller.

If Traction Dash Lamp Only Illuminated, Check/Repair These Items

Contacts above should have no continuity to ground, except contacts A1, A2, A3 First:
1. Traction enable/disable switch in wrong position.
of 30-pin connector. Contacts B1, K2, and K3 supply power to the EC-30™ controller connector 2. Loss of traction engine serial communication (check service manual).
BW2175 © 2010 Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC • All Rights Reserved • Printed in U.S.A. 9/10 3. Traction solenoid not connected, or exceeds resistance range.

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