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DTC C0870

DTC C0870

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 Descriptors

DTC C0870 03

Control Module Voltage Reference Output Circuit Low Voltage

DTC C0870 07

Control Module Voltage Reference Output Circuit High Voltage

Diagnostic Fault Information

Circuit Short to Ground Open/High Resistance Short to Voltage Signal Performance
5V Reference C0870 03 C0595 05, C0600 05, C0605 05, C0670 05, C0675 05 C0870 07 -
Low Reference - C0595 05, C0600 05, C0605 05, C0670 05, C0675 05 - -


Circuit/System Description

The suspension control module supplies a 5 V reference voltage and a low reference to each body acceleration sensor and verticle suspension acceleration sensor. The body acceleration sensors and verticle suspension acceleration sensors supply a signal of 0.5-4.5 V to the suspension control module.

Conditions for Running the DTC

System voltage is between 9-16 V.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

C0870 03

The suspension control module detected a short to ground on the 5 V reference circuit for 1.5 s.

C0870 07

The suspension control module detected a short to voltage on the 5 V reference circuit for 1.5 s.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets


The electronic suspension control is disabled for the duration of the ignition cycle.

The driver information center displays the SERVICE SUSPENSION SYSTEM message.


Conditions for Clearing the DTC


A present DTC will clear on the next consecutive malfunction-free ignition cycle.

A history DTC will clear after 41 consecutive malfunction-free ignition cycles.


Reference Information

Schematic Reference

Electronic Suspension Control Schematics

Connector End View Reference

Component Connector End Views

Description and Operation

Electronic Suspension Control Description and Operation

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 Verification

Ignition ON, observe the scan tool Suspension Position Sensor 5 V Reference parameter. The parameter should be 4.8-5.2 V.

Circuit/System Testing


1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connectors at all 5 vertical body and suspension acceleration sensors.

2. Ignition ON, test for 4.8-5.2 V between any one of the 5 V reference circuits terminal and ground.

3. If less than the specified range, test all of the 5 V reference circuits for a short to ground. If the circuits test normal, replace the K19 suspension control module.

4. If greater than the specified range, test all of the 5 V reference circuits for a short to voltage. If the circuits test normal, replace the K19 suspension control module.

5. Test for 4.8-5.2 V between all 5 vertical body and suspension acceleration sensor signal circuits terminals and ground.

6. If less than the specified range, test the signal circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the K19 suspension control module.

7. If greater than the specified range, test the signal circuit for a short to voltage. If the circuit tests normal, replace the K19 suspension control module.

8. Reconnect each acceleration sensor, one at a time, cycling the ignition OFF and then ON between each connection while observing the scan tool Suspension Position Sensor 5 V Reference parameter. Verify the parameter is between 4.8-5.2 V.

9. If not within the specified range when a particular acceleration sensor is connected, replace that sensor.


Repair Instructions

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the repair.


Electronic Suspension Front Vertical Accelerometer Replacement - Upper

Electronic Suspension Front Vertical Accelerometer Replacement - Lower

Electronic Suspension, Vertical Accelerometer Replacement - Rear

Control Module References for suspension control module replacement, setup, and programming