Chevrolet Trax: DTC C0561: System disabled information stored

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 Descriptor

DTC C0561 00

System Disabled Information Stored

Circuit/System Description

The rear differential clutch control module receives messages from other modules over serial data which are needed to perform all wheel drive (AWD) functions.

Conditions for Running the DTC

The ignition is ON.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

The rear differential clutch control module receives an invalid message from the electronic brake control module (EBCM) over the serial data circuit which causes the rear drive clutch control module to deactivate.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

One or more of the following actions may occur:

• All Wheel Drive Off or code 173 (AWD Disabled) will be displayed in the Driver Information Center.
• Service All Wheel Drive or code 73 (Service AWD) will be displayed in the Driver Information Center

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

• The condition for the DTC is no longer present.
• The DTC is not detected in 40 consecutive drive cycles.

Diagnostic Aids

DTC C0561 is an indicator that the rear differential clutch control module receives an invalid message from the EBCM and does not necessarily indicate a fault is present with the rear drive clutch control module. This DTC should not be used as a fault indicator but rather as a symptom to assist in the diagnosis of these other systems.

The EBCM should be checked for possible faults.

Reference Information

Schematic Reference

Rear Axle Schematics (Encore), Rear Axle Schematics (Trax)

Connector End View Reference

WIRING SYSTEMS AND POWER MANAGEMENT - COMPONENT CONNECTOR END VIEWS - INDEX - ENCORE WIRING SYSTEMS AND POWER MANAGEMENT - COMPONENT CONNECTOR END VIEWS - INDEX - TRAX

Description and Operation

Rear Drive Axle 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

1. Ignition ON.
2. Verify that no DTCs are set in the K17 Electronic Brake Control Module.

If any other DTCs are set

Refer to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List - Vehicle .

If no other DTCs are set

3. Replace the K17 Electronic Brake Control Module.
4. Verify the DTC does not set while operating the vehicle under the Conditions for Running the DTC.

• If the DTC sets

Replace the K47 Electronic Rear Differential Control Module.

If the DTC does not set

5. All OK.

Repair Instructions

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the repair.

Control Module References for Electronic Brake Control Module and Electronic Rear Differential Control Module replacement, programming and setup.

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