Tech Tips
Use the following procedure to troubleshoot the power steering system.
*: Use the intelligent tester.
VEHICLE BROUGHT TO WORKSHOP
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CUSTOMER PROBLEM ANALYSIS
Confirm problem symptoms Click here.
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INSPECT AUXILIARY BATTERY VOLTAGE
Measure the voltage of the auxiliary battery.
| Standard Voltage |
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| 11 to 14 V |
If the voltage is below 11 V, recharge or replace the auxiliary battery before proceeding to the next step.
Using the intelligent tester, inspect auxiliary battery voltage reduction history "Batt Vo Low" in the Data List Click here.
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CHECK DTC AND FREEZE FRAME DATA*
Record DTCs and freeze frame data.
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CLEAR DTC AND FREEZE FRAME DATA*
Clear the DTCs and freeze frame data.
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PROBLEM SYMPTOM CONFIRMATION
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| B |
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Go to step 8 |
| A |
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SYMPTOM SIMULATION
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CHECK CAN COMMUNICATION SYSTEM*
Check for DTCs Click here.
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Tech Tips
If any DTCs of the CAN communication system are output, perform troubleshooting on the CAN communication system first.
If communication to the power steering ECU cannot be established through the intelligent tester, inspect terminals CANH and CANL of the DLC3 and the power steering ECU, and the IG circuit of the power steering ECU.
| B |
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PROCEED TO CAN COMMUNICATION SYSTEM Click here |
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CHECK FOR DTC*
Check for DTCs Click here.
Tech Tips
Refer to Diagnostic Trouble Code Chart when any DTCs are output Click here.
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| B |
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Go to step 11 |
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PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE
Refer to Problem Symptoms Table Click here.
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CIRCUIT INSPECTION
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IDENTIFICATION OF PROBLEM
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REPAIR OR REPLACE
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CONFIRMATION TEST
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