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Test Description

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

  1. 2:  This step calibrates the BPP sensor.
  2. 3:  This step checks to see if the DTC C0278 resets.
  3. 4:  This step checks for poor connections at the BPP sensor harness connector.
DTC C0278

Step Action Value(s) Yes No
Schematic Reference: Power Steering System Schematics 
Connector End Views Reference: Power Steering System Connector End Views 
1 Did you perform the electro-hydraulic power steering (EHPS) Diagnostic System Check? - Go to Step 2  Go to Diagnostic System Check - Power Steering System 
IMPORTANT: Ensure that the fork of the brake pedal position (BPP) sensor is properly aligned on the pin attached to the brake pedal.
  1. Install a scan tool.
  2. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine ON.
  3. With a scan tool, clear the DTCs.
  4. IMPORTANT: The CANdi module must be attached to the scan tool.
  5. Using a scan tool, perform the BPP sensor calibration function located in the EHPS output controls.
Did you complete the calibration procedure?
- Go to Step 3  -
  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 4  Go to Step 6 
Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the BPP sensor. 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 6  Go to Step 5 
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IMPORTANT: Always perform the calibration procedure for the BPP sensor. Refer to Brake Pedal Position Sensor Calibration Description and Operation .
Replace the BPP sensor. Refer to Brake Pedal Position Sensor Replacement .Did you complete the replacement?
- Go to Step 6  -
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  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