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Test Description

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The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.

  1. 2:  Tests for steering position sensor DTC stored in the EBCM. Always diagnose and repair all EBCM steering position sensor DTCs first before diagnosing a DTC C0710.
  2. 3:  Test the steering position sensor data using a scan tool.
  3. 4:  Tests the EBCM steering position sensor output voltage range.
DTC C0710

Step Action Value(s) Yes No
Schematic Reference: Suspension Controls Schematics 
Connector End View Reference: Suspension Controls Connector End Views 
1 Did you perform the Electronic Suspension Control Diagnostic System Check? - Go to Step 2  Go to Diagnostic System Check - Electronic Suspension Control 
2 
  1. Install a scan tool.
  2. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
  3. Select ABS display DTC function on the scan tool.
Does the scan tool display DTC C1281, C1286, or C1287?		 - Go to Diagnostic System Check - ABS in Antilock Brake System Go to Step 3 
3  With the scan tool, observe the Steering Position PWM data parameter in the ESC data list while turning the steering wheel.
Does the scan tool indicate that the Steering Position PWM parameter is within the specified range when the steering wheel is turned?		 0-10 ms Go to Diagnostic Aids Go to Step 4 
4 
  1. Turn OFF the ignition.
  2. Disconnect the ESC module.
  3. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
  4. Measure the voltage from the steering position sensor signal circuit and to a good ground.
Does the voltage measure within the specified range?		 10.0-13.0 V Go to Step 6  Go to Step 5 
5 Test the signal circuit of the steering position sensor for an open, short to ground or short to voltage. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.
Did you find and correct the condition?		 - Go to Step 10  Go to Step 7 
6 Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the ESC module. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems.
Did you find and correct the condition?		 - Go to Step 10  Go to Step 8 
7 Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the EBCM. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems.
Did you find and correct the condition?		 - Go to Step 10  Go to Step 9 
8 Replace the ESC module. Refer to Electronic Suspension Control Module Replacement .
Did you complete the replacement?		 - Go to Step 10  -
9 Replace the EBCM. Refer to Electronic Brake Control Module Replacement in Antilock Brake System.
Did you complete the replacement?		 - Go to Step 10  -
10
  1. Use the scan tool in order to clear the DTCs.
  2. Operate the vehicle within the Conditions for Running the DTC as specified in the supporting text.
Does the DTC reset?		 - Go to Step 2  System OK
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