Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Information

Condition 

Fig 1: ABS Control Module

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Diagnostic trouble code (DTC) BCM-0050 is stored if the brake control module (BCM) registers an internal fault, such as distortion or an open-circuit in the circuit for the hydraulic valves.

Substitute Value 

• The ABS is blocked
• Electronic Brake force Distribution is blocked
• Stability control is blocked
• Traction control is blocked
• Active yaw control is blocked
• Brake assistance is blocked.

HINT: For information about brake system abbreviations, see  BRAKE SYSTEM, ABBREVIATIONS  . 

Possible Source 

• Interference that has affected control module calculations
• Internal fault in the control module.

Fault symptom[s] 

• General warning lamp lit
• The ABS warning lamp is lit
• The warning lamp for brake circuit not functioning is lit
• The anti-spin warning lamp is lit (up to and including 2002 model year)
• The ABS system does not function
• Anti-spin does not function
• The stability control system does not function
• The traction control system does not function.