POWER STEERING SYSTEM, Diagnostic DTC:C1541

DTC Code DTC Name
C1541 Vehicle Speed Signal

DESCRIPTION

The power steering ECU assembly receives vehicle speed signals from the skid control ECU (brake actuator assembly) via CAN communication. The ECU provides appropriate assist force in accordance with the vehicle speed, based on the signals.

If the ECU detects this DTC, it adjusts the amount of power assistance for a speed of 100 km/h (62 mph) and continues system control.

DTC No. DTC Detection Condition Trouble Area
C1541 This DTC is detected when vehicle speed signals via CAN communication are cut off for 3 seconds or more.

  • Speed sensor circuit

  • Brake control system

  • CAN communication system

  • Power steering ECU assembly

INSPECTION PROCEDURE

Note

If the power steering ECU assembly has been replaced with a new one, perform assist map writing and torque sensor zero point calibration Click here.

PROCEDURE


  1. CHECK OTHER DTC OUTPUT (CAN COMMUNICATION SYSTEM)


    1. Check if DTC U0129 is output Click here.

      Result
      Result Proceed to
      U0129 is not output A
      U0129 is output B

      Tech Tips

      DTC U0129 indicates a skid control ECU (brake actuator assembly) communication malfunction in the power steering system.


    B

    GO TO CAN COMMUNICATION SYSTEM Click here

    A

  2. CHECK OTHER DTC OUTPUT (BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM)


    1. Check for DTCs of the brake control system Click here.

      Result
      Result Proceed to
      DTCs are not output. A
      DTCs are output. B

    B

    REPAIR CIRCUIT INDICATED BY OUTPUT CODE Click here

    A

    REPLACE POWER STEERING ECU ASSEMBLY Click here