Kia Sedona (2008 year). Manual - part 9

Fig. 26: Identifying Battery Location 
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GENERAL DESCRIPTION 

The ABS ECU (Electronic Control Unit) checks the battery voltage to determine, as a safety issue, whether the 
ABS system can operate normally or not. The normal battery voltage range is essential for controlling the ABS 
system as intended. 

DTC DESCRIPTION 

The ABS ECU monitors battery voltage by reading the value of voltage. When the voltage is higher than the 
expected normal value, this code is set, and the ABS/EBD/ESC functions are prohibited. If the voltage recovers, 
to within normal operating ranges, then the controller returns to normal operation as well. 

DTC DETECTING CONDITION 

DTC DETECTING CONDITION CHART 

Item

Detecting Condition

Possible cause

DTC strategy



Battery Voltage Monitoring  



Poor connection in power 
supply circuit (IGN+)  



Inoperative Generator  



Inoperative HECU  

Monitoring Period



Continuous (Over voltage faults 
will be always stored.)  

Enable Conditions



When Vign is higher than 16.9 
V. 



If the voltage is recovered 
to 16.6 V, the controller 
returns to normal state.  



The monitored supply 
voltage is filtered and 
limited to a rise time of 4 
volts per second.  



The ABS/EBD/ESC functions 
are inhibited. 

 

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MONITOR SCAN TOOL DATA 

1. Connect scan tool to Data Link Connector (DLC)  

2. Engine "ON".  

3. Monitor the "BATTERY VOLTAGE" parameter on the scan tool. 

Specification: Approx. 14.5 ± 0.3 V (25°C) 

Fig. 27: Scan Tool Display - Engine Speed 
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4. Is parameter displayed within specifications? 

YES  



Fault is intermittent caused by poor connection in power harness (IGN+) and/or HECU's connector 
or was repaired and HECU memory was not cleared. Thoroughly check connectors for looseness, 
poor connection, bending, corrosion, contamination, deterioration, or damage. Repair or replace as 
necessary and then go to "VERIFICATION OF VEHICLE REPAIR" procedure.  

NO  

Fail Safe



The proper function of 
valves and return pump is 
not guaranteed.  



The ABS/EBD/ESC warning 
lamps are activated.  



The supply voltage to wheel 
speed sensor is interrupted.  

 

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Go to TERMINAL & CONNECTOR INSPECTION procedure.  

TERMINAL & CONNECTOR INSPECTION 

1. Many malfunctions in the electrical system are caused by poor harness(es) and terminals condition. Faults 

can also be caused by interference from other electrical systems, and mechanical or chemical damage.  

2. Thoroughly check connectors for looseness, poor connection, bending, corrosion, contamination, 

deterioration, or damage.  

3. Has a problem been found? 

YES  



Repair as necessary and then go to "VERIFICATION OF VEHICLE REPAIR" procedure.  

NO  



Go to "GENERATOR OUTPUT VOLTAGE INSPECTION" procedure.  

GENERATOR OUTPUT VOLTAGE INSPECTION 

1. Engine "ON".  

2. Measure voltage between the battery terminal (+) and the battery terminal (-). 

Specification: Approx. 14.5 ± 0.3 V (25 °C) 

Fig. 28: Measuring Voltage Between Battery Terminal (+) And Battery Terminal (-) 
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3. Is the measured voltage within specifications? 

YES  



Go to "POWER CIRCUIT INSPECTION" procedure.  

NO  

 

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Check for damaged harness and poor connection between generator and battery. If OK repair or 
replace generator and then go to "VERIFICATION OF VEHICLE REPAIR" procedure.  

POWER SUPPLY CIRCUIT INSPECTION 

1. Engine "ON".  

2. Measure voltage between the battery terminal (+) and terminal "28" of the HECU harness connector. 

Specification: Approx. below 0.2 V 

Fig. 29: Measuring Voltage Between Battery Terminal (+) And Terminal 28 Of HECU Harness 
Connector 
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3. Is the measured voltage within specifications? 

YES  



Go to "GROUND CIRCUIT INSPECTION" procedure.  

NO  



Check for damaged harness and poor connection between the battery terminal (+) and terminal "28" 
of the HEC Harness connector. Repair as necessary and then go to "VERIFICATION OF 
VEHICLE REPAIR" procedure.  

GROUND CIRCUIT INSPECTION 

1. Ignition "OFF".  

2. Disconnect HECU connector.  

3. Measure resistance between terminal "4" of the HECU harness connector and chassis ground. 

Specification: Approx. below 1 ohms

 

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