Service Information

Orlando

DTC P0856

Diagnostic Instructions

•	Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using this diagnostic procedure.

•	Review Strategy Based Diagnosis for an overview of the diagnostic approach.

•	Diagnostic Procedure Instructions provides an overview of each diagnostic category.

DTC Descriptor

DTC P0856: Traction Control Torque Request Circuit Malfunction

When traction control is active, the electronic brake control module sends a serial data message to the engine control module requesting torque reduction. When certain electronic brake control module DTCs are set, the engine control module will not be able to perform the torque reduction for traction control. A serial data message is sent to the electronic brake control module indicating that traction control is not allowed.

Conditions for Running the DTC

Engine running.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

The engine control module detects a fault that prevents it from performing a traction control function and sends a serial data message to the electronic brake control module indicating that torque reduction is not allowed.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

•	The traction control/stability control-active indicator turns ON.

•	The electronic brake control module disables the traction control and stability control for the duration of the ignition cycle.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

•	A current DTC clears when the diagnostic runs and passes.

•	The electronic brake control module will turn OFF the indicator in the next ignition cycle.

Reference Information

Electrical Information Reference

•	Circuit Testing

•	Connector Repairs

•	Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections

•	Wiring Repairs

Scan Tool Reference

Control Module References for scan tool information

Circuit/System Testing

Verify that no other DTCs are set except for P0856.

⇒	*If any other DTCs are set*

Refer to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List - Vehicle .

⇓	*If only DTC P0856 is set*

Replace the K20 engine control module.
Verify the DTC does not set while operating the vehicle.

⇒	*If DTC sets*

Replace the K17 electronic brake control module.

⇓	*If DTC does not set*

All OK.

Repair Instructions

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the repair.

Control Module References for electronic brake control module and engine control module replacement, programming and setup