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DTC 21,22,23,24: Magnetic Encoder

  1. Clear the DTC using the HDS (see HOW TO TROUBLESHOOT DTCS ).
  2. Disconnect the HDS from the 16P DLC.
  3. Test-drive the vehicle at 19 mph (30 km/h) or more.

    Does the ABS indicator come on, and are DTCs 21, 22,23, and/or 24 indicated? 

    1. YES-  Go to step 4.
    2. NO-  Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time (see HOW TO TROUBLESHOOT DTCS ).
  4. Check the appropriate wheel sensor and magnetic encoder (see table) (see WHEEL SENSOR INSPECTION ).
    TERMINAL DIAGNOSTIC CHART

    DTC Appropriate Wheel Sensor
    21 Right-front
    22 Left-front
    23 Right-rear
    24 Left-rear

    Is the encoder OK? 

    1. YES-  Go to step 5.
    2. NO-  Replace the encoder/wheel sensor (see WHEEL SENSOR REPLACEMENT ).
  5. Check that the encoders are installed correctly, and free from debris:

    Are they clean and installed correctly? 

    1. YES-  Check for loose terminals in the ABS modulator-control unit 47P connector. If necessary, substitute a known-good ABS modulator-control unit, and recheck.
    2. NO-  Clean and reinstall or replace the appropriate encoder.