C0251 Code: Meaning, Causes, and Symptoms | OBD2 Codes

C0251 – Electronic Brake Control Module Control Valve Circuit Malfunction

 

C0251 Possible Symptoms

 

Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light ON,Engine Light ON (or Service Engine Soon Warning Light)

 

C0251 Possible Causes

 

Faulty Electronic Brake Control Module (EBCM),Electronic Brake Control Module (EBCM) harness is open or shorted,Electronic Brake Control Module (EBCM) circuit poor electrical connection

 

C0251 Description

 

The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) relay supplies battery voltage to six valve solenoids. The Electronic Brake Control Module (EBCM) microprocessor applies the grounds needed to activate each solenoid. The low side of each solenoid coil has a feedback circuit to the EBCM microprocessor. When a solenoid is commanded OFF, the feedback voltage is high. When a solenoid is commanded ON, the feedback voltage is low.