DYNAMIC TORQUE CONTROL AWD SYSTEM, Diagnostic DTC:C1297/97

DTC Code DTC Name
C1297/97 Steering Angle Sensor

DESCRIPTION

The 4WD ECU assembly determines that the vehicle is turning based on the signals sent from the steering sensor.

The steering sensor signal is sent to the 4WD ECU assembly via CAN communication.

DTC No. Detection Item DTC Detection Condition Trouble Area
C1297/97 Steering Angle Sensor When the IG1 terminal voltage is 9.5 V or more, a steering sensor malfunction signal is received.

  • Vehicle stability control system

  • Steering sensor

  • CAN communication system

  • 4WD ECU assembly

CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

Note

When the 4WD ECU assembly is replaced with a known good one from another vehicle, it is necessary to perform calibration.

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Tech Tips

Check the condition of each related circuit connector before troubleshooting.

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PROCEDURE


  1. CHECK FOR DTC


    1. Clear the DTCs.

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      Chassis > Four Wheel Drive > Clear DTCs

    2. Turn the engine switch off.

    3. Turn the engine switch on (IG) and check that no CAN communication system DTCs are output.

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    4. Start the engine.

    5. Drive the vehicle at a speed of 35 km/h (24 mph), turn the steering wheel to the right and left and check that no Vehicle Stability Control system (steering angle sensor) DTCs (C1432, C1433 or C1434) are output.

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      Chassis > ABS/VSC/TRC/EPB > Trouble Codes
      Result
      Result Proceed to
      CAN communication system DTCs and vehicle stability control system DTC are not output A
      CAN communication DTCs are output B
      Vehicle stability control system (steering angle sensor) DTCs (C1432, C1433 or C1434) are output C

      Tech Tips

      If CAN communication DTCs are output, perform troubleshooting for the CAN communication system first.


    B

    GO TO CAN COMMUNICATION SYSTEM (HOW TO PROCEED WITH TROUBLESHOOTING) Click here

    C

    REPAIR CIRCUIT INDICATED BY OUTPUT CODE (VEHICLE STABILITY CONTROL SYSTEM) Click here

    A

  2. READ VALUE USING GTS (STEERING ANGLE VALUE)


    1. Connect the GTS to the DLC3.

    2. Turn the engine switch on (IG).

    3. Turn the GTS on.

    4. Enter the following menus: Chassis / Four Wheel Drive / Data List.

    5. Read the value displayed on the GTS.


      Chassis > Four Wheel Drive > Data List
      Tester Display Measurement Item Range Normal Condition Diagnostic Note
      Steering Angle Value Steering angle value

      Min.: -3276.8°

      Max.: 3276.7°

      		 During steering operation: Changes in accordance with steering wheel rotation

      Left turn: Increases

      Right turn: Decreases

      Chassis > Four Wheel Drive > Data List
      Tester Display
      Steering Angle Value
      OK
      The steering angle sensor value changes in accordance with the steering wheel movement.
      Result
      Proceed to
      OK
      NG

    OK

    REPLACE 4WD ECU ASSEMBLY Click here

    NG

    REPLACE STEERING SENSOR Click here