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Diagnostic System Check - Variable Effort Steering

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Diagnostic System Check - Variable Effort Steering

Step Action Yes No
1 Install a scan tool.
Does the scan tool power up?
Go to Step 2  Go to Scan Tool Does Not Power Up in Data Link Communications
2
  1. Start the engine.
  2. Attempt to establish communications with the EBCM.
Does the scan tool communicate with the EBCM?
Go to Step 3  Go to Scan Tool Does Not Communicate with Class 2 Device in Data Link Communications
3 Select the Magnasteer® display DTC function on the scan tool.
Does the scan tool display any DRP/ABS/TCS/VSES (if equipped) DTCs?
Go to Diagnostic System Check - ABS in Anti-lock Brake System Go to Step 4 
4 Select the Magnasteer® display DTC function on the scan tool.
Does the scan tool display DTC C0450?
Go to DTC C0450  Go to Symptoms - Power Steering System in Power Steering System