Service Information

Captiva

DTC C0280

Diagnostic Instructions

•	Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using the 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 C0280: Stability System Active Too Long

Circuit/System Description

The electronic brake control module (EBCM) detects an internal malfunction.

Conditions for Running the DTC

The ignition switch is in the ON position.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

•	The control module detects an internal write malfunction.

•	The control module detects an internal checksum malfunction.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

One or more of the following actions may occur:

•	The Antilock Brake System (ABS)/dynamic rear proportion (DRP) are disabled.

•	The ABS indicators turn ON.

•	The red BRAKE Warning indicator turns ON.

•	The traction control system (TCS) LED turns OFF.

•	The ESP Active Lamp blinks for 15 seconds or more.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

•	The condition for the DTC is no longer present and the DTC is cleared with a scan tool.

•	The EBCM automatically clears the history DTC when a current DTC is not detected in 100 consecutive drive cycles.

Diagnostic Aids

This DTC may be stored as a history DTC without affecting the operation of the module. If stored only as a history DTC and not retrieved as a current DTC, do not replace the module.

If this DTC is retrieved as both a current and history DTC, replace the module.

Circuit/System Verification

If the DTC did not set as a current DTC see diagnostic aids.
If the DTC is set as a current DTC.

⇒	Replace the EBCM.

Repair Instructions

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.

Control Module References for EBCM replacement, setup, and programming