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Vauxhall Astra J07 · Brakes
07 · Brakes

DTC C028D

Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra J
Section
Park Brake › Other Information › DTC C028D
BrakesDTC C028D

DTC C028D

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 provide an overview of each diagnostic category.

DTC Descriptors

DTC C028D 00: Replace Park Brake Pad Malfunction

Circuit/System Description

The parking brake control module has an internal motor, apply actuator, release actuator, and temperature sensor. The parking brake control module also contains the logic for applying and releasing the park brake when commanded by the park brake control switch. When the parking brake control module receives a signal from the switch, the internal circuit board temperature is checked to verify it is within operating range before the control module performs the requested operation.

Conditions for Running the DTC

Ignition OFF, ACCESSORY, or RUN mode.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

The parking brake control module has an internal counter which keeps track of dynamic applies. When the counter reaches the threshold value this DTC will set.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

A message and/or a warning indicator may be displayed.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

•  The parking brake control module clears the history DTC when a current DTC is not detected in 100 consecutive drive cycles.
•  Adjust or replace the park brake pads.

Reference Information


Schematic Reference

Park Brake System Schematics


Connector End View Reference

Component Connector End Views


Description and Operation

Electronic Parking Brake Control Module Description


Electrical Information Reference


Scan Tool Reference

Control Module References for scan tool information

Circuit/System Verification

Verify DTC C028D is not set.

If DTC is set, replace the rear brake pads and perform the Parking Brake Calibration procedure.

Repair Instructions

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification

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