BrakesModel years 2002–2006Manufacturer
Stability System Disabled message and unwanted StabiliTrak activation (tire wear or mismatched tires)
The article names 2002-06 Cadillac Escalade, Chevrolet Avalanche, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Yukon and Denali with RPO JL4.
FaultCrate・Stability System Disabled message and unwanted StabiliTrak activation (tire wear or mismatched tires)
The Driver Information Center (DIC) may display the Stability System Disabled message.
Other concerns are unwanted Stabilitrak activation, noticeable dimming of the vehicle lighting systems, and the VSES motor coming on unexpectedly.
One example that could cause these conditions is two brand new tires with the other two tires excessively worn.
Another example is aftermarket wheels and tires, such as non-OEM 20 inch wheels with sand tires.
How to tell
What to do
- Check for excessive wear on the tires and verify that all the tires are the same size, brand and model.
Applies to
- The information applies to 2002-06 Cadillac Escalade, Chevrolet Avalanche, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Yukon and Denali with RPO JL4.
See the evidence (1 documents, 6 passages)
| Document | Publisher | Date |
|---|---|---|
| [1]GM TechLink, July 2006 ↗ | ManufacturerGeneral Motors | 2006-07-01 |
Applies toThe information applies to 2002-06 Cadillac Escalade, Chevrolet Avalanche, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Yukon and Denali with RPO JL4.
This information applies to the 2002-06 Cadillac Escalade, Chevrolet Avalanche, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Yukon and Denali with RPO JL4.— [1]
First signsThe Driver Information Center (DIC) may display the Stability System Disabled message.
- Stability System Disabled message displayed on the Driver Information Center (DIC)— [1]
First signsOther concerns are unwanted Stabilitrak activation, noticeable dimming of the vehicle lighting systems, and the VSES motor coming on unexpectedly.
- unwanted Stabilitrak activation - vehicle lighting systems may dim noticeably - VSES motor may come on unexpectedly— [1]
Why it happensOne example that could cause these conditions is two brand new tires with the other two tires excessively worn.
The following examples could cause any of the conditions listed above. - two tires on the vehicle are brand new and the other two tires have excessive wear— [1]
Why it happensAnother example is aftermarket wheels and tires, such as non-OEM 20 inch wheels with sand tires.
- Aftermarket wheels and tires (non-OEM 20 inch wheels with sand tires)— [1]
How to confirmCheck for excessive wear on the tires and verify that all the tires are the same size, brand and model.
Check for excessive wear on the tires on the vehicle and verify that all the tires are the same size, brand, and model.— [1]
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- Stability System Disabled message and unwanted StabiliTrak activation: check tire wear and mismatchManufacturer communication 2006-07-01・document number matches