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Old Mar 9, 2010 | 08:07 AM
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Default ABS, Traction Control DTC 1218
I can't seem to solve a DTC 1218 in my 03 Z06. I had my EBCM just rebuilt by absfixer. Could the BPMV be shot? Any special ground locations to check? Any input would help!
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Default 1218??
I can't find code PO- or C- 1218 in the code listings for a 2003?? are you sure it is 1218?
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I can't find code PO- or C- 1218 in the code listings for a 2003?? are you sure it is 1218?
It's in my 2003 service manual.
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Originally Posted by Nickkz06
I can't seem to solve a DTC 1218 in my 03 Z06. I had my EBCM just rebuilt by absfixer. Could the BPMV be shot? Any special ground locations to check? Any input would help!
Have you done any troubleshooting with the service manual ?
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It's in my 2003 service manual.
thanx! the code lists I have do not show it...what is the cause?
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thanx! the code lists I have do not show it...what is the cause?


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Default Thanks..Lucky131969
looks like Nickkz06 has his answer and I will update my codes list..

Thanx again! Bill Trussell
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Did this work for you - ? I am seeing the same problem on my 2003. Let me know, OK? Thanks
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Nick,

Check this link - I just cleared my 1218 by cleaning the post and ground here.

http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c5-t...tion-long.html
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