Diagnostic Test

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 RAM 1500. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

INSPECT THE STEERING GEAR FOR INCORRECT INSTALLATION, DAMAGE OR MECHANICAL FAILURE
NOTE:
Check with customer for unusual driving terrain (e.g. mud, snow, ice) or aggressive driving maneuvers at the time of set condition.

Turn the ignition off.
1. Visually inspect the Steering Gear for Improper installation, damage or mechanical failure. Refer to GEAR, INDEPENDENT FRONT SUSPENSION, INSTALLATION .
  Were any problems found?
  
  Yes
  - Repair as necessary.
  - Perform the EPS VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .
  No
  - Go To 2
VERIFY THE DTC IS ACTIVE
NOTE:
This DTC must be active for the results of this test to be valid.

NOTE:
Let the vehicle sit for 30 minutes before continuing with this test.
1. Ignition on, engine not running.
2. With the scan tool, read DTCs and record on vehicle work order.
3. With the scan tool, erase DTCs.
4. Start the engine.
5. Turn the steering wheel from lock to lock four to five times.
6. With the scan tool, read DTCs.
  Is the DTC active at this time?
  
  Yes
  - Replace the Electric Power Steering (EPS) Module in accordance with service information. Refer to GEAR, INDEPENDENT FRONT SUSPENSION, REMOVAL .
  - Perform the EPS VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .
  No
  - The conditions that caused this code to set are not present at this time. Using the wiring diagram/schematic as a guide, inspect the wiring harness and electrical connectors.
  - Perform the EPS VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .