Is it the pump or the module that controls the anti-lock brakes on a 2016 Chevrolet Malibu?

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ibrahim_rodriguezu
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Is it the pump or the module that controls the anti-lock brakes on a 2016 Chevrolet Malibu?

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assistance with the 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Limited
I need someone to take a look at these pictures and tell me what I'm doing wrong.


Background: the
After fifteen to thirty minutes of driving, the sensation persisted that the brakes were jammed.
Even when I released the brake pedal, my brake lights would stay on.
Dashboard StabiliTrak and BrakeAssist lights were on, and a scan of the vehicle's diagnostics revealed a speed sensor for the vehicle's left rear wheel.
After having the speed sensor for the left rear wheel changed, the dashboard lights turned off, but the problem persisted. - A single diagnostic scan revealed that the sensor was acting in a "erratic" manner.
The problems persisted when the second wheel hub assembly and left rear wheel speed sensor were replaced (the first one was generic, so I assumed maybe).
There were developing and intermittent issues.
These days, after fifteen to thirty minutes of driving, the four wheels may occasionally reach a 240-degree angle, and the brakes will drag intermittently.
The vibration of the brakes is audible to me on occasion.
Vehicle trembles in every direction.
My traction control doesn't seem to be doing its job.
The power was never restored.
Somewhere in the middle of all this, we also changed the batteries.

It was determined by a local repair shop that the brake booster was the problem, not the vehicle itself.
He had an individual scan done and found evidence of EBCM. I submitted a claim with General Motors since I experienced the same symptoms as the EBCM recall (see picture).
My claim was dismissed when I took it to a licensed Chevy dealership, who filed a bogus diagnostic to GM (rust on the back brakes). I had to receive a portion of the diagnostic scan report from the new employee as they wouldn't give me the whole thing. View the attached document

From what I can see, there are two pieces to the Anti-Lock Brake Pump Control Module, which is referenced as part number #22863598 in the scan. The Module, and subsequently, the Pump.
I was planning to have them rebuild the module, but someone mentioned it may be the pump instead when I sent them the scan photographs.

I am in a bind and cannot afford to take a chance on parts for my broken automobile. I need some clarification, please. My son's transportation to appointments, school, and therapy is quite limited, so any help would be greatly appreciated.
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Re: Is it the pump or the module that controls the anti-lock brakes on a 2016 Chevrolet Malibu?

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What is the mileage?

Have you driven it a certain number of miles?


Do you have any recent damage reports?

How bad is the flood?

Have you undergone any other surgeries recently, except from the ones you've mentioned?

Where exactly does it call home?

Where has it always resided?

What other places has it resided, if any?
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Re: Is it the pump or the module that controls the anti-lock brakes on a 2016 Chevrolet Malibu?

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Just what are you trying to convey by saying this? Is the automobile making a lot of noise as it tries to accomplish everything?
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Re: Is it the pump or the module that controls the anti-lock brakes on a 2016 Chevrolet Malibu?

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Either the Brake Pedal Position Sensor is malfunctioning or has to be re-learned, or the brake pedal isn't retracting fully, according to this. The state of your chosen deity's energy, the weather, vibrations, and other external factors can cause this to appear and disappear at will.

Can you, at the same time, press down firmly on the brake pedal until the brake lights turn off? Will the brake lights turn off if you gently press down on the pedal?
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Re: Is it the pump or the module that controls the anti-lock brakes on a 2016 Chevrolet Malibu?

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This can occur occasionally due to the Brake Pedal Position Sensor problem mentioned earlier, which causes it to believe that you are pressing down on the brake while driving. Other things can also cause it to occur, such...
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Re: Is it the pump or the module that controls the anti-lock brakes on a 2016 Chevrolet Malibu?

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This happens every once in a while because of the previously stated Brake Pedal Position Sensor issue, which makes it think you're pressing down on the brake pedal when you're not. It can also be caused by other factors, such...
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Re: Is it the pump or the module that controls the anti-lock brakes on a 2016 Chevrolet Malibu?

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Just who is responsible for all these part replacements? Where is this? A store?

Is there any irregularity in the waveform when you examine it with a scope?
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Re: Is it the pump or the module that controls the anti-lock brakes on a 2016 Chevrolet Malibu?

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How hot are those wheels?

When you've driven how far and at what speed?


Following a hard stop or coasting to a halt?

Who or what is keeping score here?

Do you know if it's a rotor, a wheel, or some other part?
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Re: Is it the pump or the module that controls the anti-lock brakes on a 2016 Chevrolet Malibu?

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Since there is a lot to cover, let's do it piecemeal:

The quote is:
Stephanie originally posted this.

Chevrolet Malibu Limited 2016
What is the mileage? 163,000 (I am aware). *I should be retiring by now, but I've been unemployed since my son was born, and I won't be able to afford to do so until I can, with any luck, enroll him in a regular school. *

Have you driven it a certain number of miles? around 33,000 miles

Do you have any recent damage reports? no.

Has there been any water damage?

Have you undergone any other surgeries recently, except from the ones you've mentioned? only brake pads and the things I've already mentioned. bearing on a wheel from a few years back

Where exactly does it call home? the southern part of

Where has it always resided? I agree

What other places has it resided, if any?

The quote is:
Stephanie originally posted this.
After fifteen to thirty minutes of driving, the sensation persisted that the brakes were jammed.
Just what are you trying to convey by saying this? Is the automobile making a lot of noise as it tries to accomplish everything? vehicle had a stuttering sensation.


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Stephanie originally posted this.
Even when I released the brake pedal, my brake lights would stay on.
Either the Brake Pedal Position Sensor is malfunctioning or has to be re-learned, or the brake pedal isn't retracting fully, according to this. The state of your chosen deity's energy, the weather, vibrations, and other external factors can cause this to appear and disappear at will. Pulling up on the brake pedal would turn off the light, but there was never any space to pull up, so I assume it was retracting all the way. I was only trying to gain weight. the brake pedal underwent a retraining. After the procedure, I had the impression that it could have taken a week or so to feel better.

Can you, at the same time, press down firmly on the brake pedal until the brake lights turn off? Will the brake lights turn off if you gently press down on the pedal? Putting my weight on top of it and placing my foot below it would be all it takes. there is always a tight deadline.

I am a student.
The quote is:
Stephanie originally posted this.
The dashboard's StabiliTrak and BrakeAssist indicators are turned on.
This can occur occasionally due to the Brake Pedal Position Sensor problem mentioned earlier, which causes it to believe that you are pressing down on the brake while driving. There are other possible causes as well. For example, what if I was at the speed limit of 35–40 mph when these lights came on? The left rear tire speed sensor came up after an independent scan was conducted when these lights came on.

Oh, how delightful!
The quote is:
Stephanie originally posted this.
A diagnostic check revealed that the left rear tire speed sensor was malfunctioning.
Assuming it indicated that the LR wheel sensor was malfunctioning or acting erratically, a more detailed description would be helpful. Not at all. It was not something I read. The electronics needed to conduct diagnostic scans are in the possession of a mechanic buddy of mine. Perhaps I might have him peruse the archives.

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Stephanie originally posted this.
After having the speed sensor for the left rear wheel changed, the dashboard lights turned off, but the problem persisted. - A single diagnostic scan revealed that the sensor was acting in a "erratic" manner.
The problems persisted when the second wheel hub assembly and left rear wheel speed sensor were replaced (the first one was generic, so I assumed maybe).
There were developing and intermittent issues.
Just who is responsible for all these part replacements? Where is this? A store? Mechanic who works independently in his spare time

Is there any irregularity in the waveform when you examine it with a scope? Whatever you're referring to, I am completely confused.

The quote is:
Stephanie originally posted this.
These days, after fifteen to thirty minutes of driving, the four wheels may occasionally reach a 240-degree angle, and the brakes will drag intermittently.
How hot are those wheels? To the best of my knowledge, I've only ever had all four of them become that hot once. Nevertheless, I had never examined them before. It felt like someone was holding the automobile back that day as it swung back and forth across the road. I stopped at my dad's house on the way home, and he checked them out since he thinks I'm crazy and doesn't understand.

When you've driven how far and at what speed? It was probably sixty-five to sixty-seven miles that day, though I'm not sure.

Following a hard stop or coasting to a halt? When I release my foot from the throttle pedal, the car instantly slows down; it's as if the brakes are being applied even when I don't press them down. As an example, my automobile would not roll if I were to stop and release the accelerator. It's true that the automobile is taking more time to come to a halt.

Who or what is keeping score here? Is it hot? infrared thermometer made by "A'MES Instruments"

What part of the rotor, wheel, etc., is this being measured at?

The quote is:
Stephanie originally posted this.
The vibration of the brakes is audible to me on occasion.
It is a good symptom to be aware of. It seems reasonable to address other issues first if the brakes are hot all the time.

The quote is:
Stephanie originally posted this.
Vehicle trembles in every direction.
Can you explain what you mean? Is it necessary for shocks, an alignment, or both? No, when the brakes are dragged or applied, the vehicle veers all over the place.The only way I can describe it is as if someone were to hold my car back while I continued to press down on the pedal, and finally, the automobiles would tip over in one direction or the other. That's about it. moving from one line to another. Had an alignment done the last time I had new tires put on, so it's not necessary.

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Stephanie originally posted this.
My traction control doesn't seem to be doing its job.
Can you explain what you mean? Is there excessive spinning or scraping when accelerating from a stop? wheels turning

Under what circumstances? Picking up speed? Hard acceleration around a sand turn? And so on. as you reverse out of the driveway, doing just around 10 miles per hour, I would guess? like if slipping and sliding through the freshly fallen snow. going nowhere, wheels turning continuously. slowly moving

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Stephanie originally posted this.
Somewhere in the middle of all this, we also changed the batteries.
Is it both? two batteries—one in the trunk and one under the hood—that serve as backup power.

What was their age? they were both outdated and needed replacing; I've had the automobile since 2017.

Could you tell me how their tests turned out? Not sure.

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Stephanie originally posted this.
It was determined to be the brake booster after bringing it to a local repair shop.
When did this diagnosis occur? He appeared uncertain, but that was his first assumption; he was hesitant to take a chance on a 700 fix. Certainly not the brake booster.

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Stephanie originally posted this.
IS NOT THE PROBLEM
For what reason do you think this is not the problem? therefore it does not make a hissing noise. I performed all of the brake pumping tests on my own at home.

The quote is:
Stephanie originally posted this.
He had an individual scan done and found evidence of EBCM.
So, you've heard about EBCM, but what exactly is it? Something went wrong? Or did it fail entirely? He casually mentioned the EBCM. Afterwards, he checked the price of a module. Just the one image of the "Launch" scan in the above photo is all that I could see or obtain from that scan.

Could you please tell me who ran each scan? When scanning each person, what instrument did they use? a technician who, in their spare time, uses their own scan instrument. the launch that was seen in the first one. Regarding the other one, I am unsure.
What kinds of codes were kept? What about the independent scans? I'm not sure. Here are the ones that I received from the dealership:
Information about the DTC code and symptoms Description of Symptoms: current state
Problems with the following codes: U0422 71: Invalid Data Received From Body Control Module; B2575 01: Headlamps Control Circuit short to battery; B2575 04: Headlamps Control Circuit open current;
The keyless entry data connection circuit B3101 00 was tested and found to be unsuccessful.
Number 317A passenger window switch that was connected to the ground failed after being passed.
No. 750/29 There are insufficient pulses from the left front tire pressure sensor.
The right front tire pressure sensor is not receiving enough current pulses (C0755-29).
The left rear tire pressure sensor is experiencing a low voltage current (C0760)
The left rear tire pressure sensor is not receiving enough current pulses (C0760 29).
Too few pulses current is detected by the C0765 29 right rear tire pressure sensor.
Am I to assume that they provided me with each one?
Did we have any other readings?

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Stephanie originally posted this.
He had an individual scan done and found evidence of EBCM. REFER TO PHOTO—I have just one
Same issues as the EBCM recall prompted me to make a claim with GM.
My claim was dismissed when I took it to a licensed Chevy dealership, who filed a bogus diagnostic to GM (rust on the back brakes).
Did the rear brakes have any rust? It was a false report. totally incorrect. He returned my call after the diagnostic scan, assuring me that there were no problems and that I should come retrieve it. He also said that no lights were on. I told him that the issue is sporadic and that they should test it while driving it. On his second attempt to reach me, he confirmed that he had driven the vehicle and confirmed that the sound you are hearing is really the back brakes applying pressure. Since it wasn't producing any noise, I refrained from reporting it.

Were the rusty spots cleaned up? I agree

Have you solved the symptom if "yes, the rust got removed"? I'm asking since I don't think so.

This matter should not have been closed if your answers were yes, yes, and no. Their diagnosis would be flawed if they assert the rust is the source of the complaint and then eliminate the rust, only to find that the reported condition persists. no, it ought not to have remained closed. I informed GM's customer service of all of this, and he still should've never allowed me drive it home. I mentioned that the vehicle was not fit for driving. According to her, if he didn't think it was safe, he wouldn't let you drive it. There is an undesired amount of brake pressure seen on the scan screenshots that the newbie emailed me via the URL provided. There is no hydraulic pressure generated by rust.

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Stephanie originally posted this.
I had to receive a portion of the diagnostic scan report from the new employee as they wouldn't give me the whole thing.
Why were you not given the whole results of the diagnostic scan? Since that was what they wanted, I insisted that they email it to me so that I could forward it to GM. I took my car in to the dealership just to comply with GM's process since they misled me into thinking they could fix it for free. nonetheless, I was informed that it will be handed to me upon retrieval of the vehicle. I explicitly mentioned that I would not be picking up the automobile until I had gotten the report to GM and they had given me their directive. Finally, I retrieved my car and drove it home as the brakes dragged. I was threatened with having my keys held because I declined to pay for the scan. refused to do so and instead informed the child that it was against the law.

The cost of the diagnostic was covered by you, wasn't it? Yes, I was planning to. until they withheld the report from me and made the fraudulent allegation to GM. Well, I was disappointed when they attempted to charge me and refused to give me my keys. After that, the child set them down on his desk to write something on his computer. I informed him that he couldn't legally have them, and I snatched my keys from behind the counter. thereafter inquired as to whether I may remove my vehicle from the confines of the fence.

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Stephanie originally posted this.
From what I can see, there are two pieces to the Anti-Lock Brake Pump Control Module, which is referenced as part number #22863598 in the scan. The Module, and subsequently, the Pump.
Alright then.Alright, is it providing me with that part number because that's where the problem lies, or is there a reason for its appearance? These scans are completely foreign to me. I asked in the previous discussion whether the pump or the module is the problem. Since the pump is the only component that can be replaced, rather than the entire module, I would be able to keep my module and not have to reprogram it if the problem were with the pump. however if it's the module, I'll have to either rebuild it or replace it and get it programmed. I am not financially capable of gambling.

The quote is:
Stephanie originally posted this.
After providing them the scan photographs, I almost sent the module in to be rebuilt, but then
Given that all signs pointed to the module, why is this happening?

Is it now crystal evident that the pump is defective? no. I am attempting to resolve this matter independently due to my lack of funds.

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Stephanie originally posted this.
it might be the pump instead of the module, according to someone.
Who exactly is this "someone"? My UpFix custom repair request was accepted by the customer care representative or whoever it was.

They proposed this, but why? They claimed they could fix the module but not the pump, and based on his description, it seemed like a problem with the pump, so I sent them the identical images I used in the previous link.

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Stephanie originally posted this.
I am in a bind and cannot afford to take a chance on parts for my broken automobile. I need some clarification, please. My son's transportation to appointments, school, and therapy is quite limited, so any help would be greatly appreciated.
After accurately identifying and fixing each problem as it arises, the situation will become clearer. It seems like you're now experiencing the same level of lucidity that a ping-pong ball would have if it had to take its Malibu to many doctors who each criticized different components of the vehicle.

Right now, I'll begin assisting with this. You're in the process of replacing additional items after getting many diagnoses and replacing what you already have. Unless it was flooded or something, these automobiles aren't so horrible that all of that stuff would go wrong on them at once. This leads me to believe that the sum of all the diagnoses, parts condemnations, and repairs done thus far is probably inaccurate.

First thing I would do is check to see if anyone has heard anything about the repair of the brake lights still on. That problem needs fixing first. The Brake Pedal Position Sensor, as mentioned earlier, is probably the culprit. It is possible that it is the source of all this.

Would you advise that I get a new sensor? Could you please tell me how to verify this? I didn't bother to check it myself since I thought one of the four mechanics who had examined it would have done it first.
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