Inspection and Verification

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 Ford EcoSport. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Diagnostics in this service information assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices. Refer to Diagnostic Methods in appropriate General Information article.

IV1: VISUAL INSPECTION

NOTE: The ignition must be off, and remain off, when disconnecting PSCM electrical connectors. Failure to follow this direction may lead to DTCs being set in the PSCM which cannot be cleared and result in the need to install a new EPAS steering gear.

NOTE: If equipped, the Lane Keeping System (LKS) can interfere with accurate EPAS diagnostics. Disable the Lane Keeping System (LKS) before test driving the vehicle to diagnose EPAS concerns. For information on disabling the Lane Keeping System (LKS), refer to the Owner's Literature.

NOTE: When inspecting the bellows boots make sure to use a strong light source and an inspection mirror.

Verify the customer concern.

Visually inspect the EPAS system for obvious signs of mechanical or electrical damage.

VISUAL INSPECTION CHART - ECOSPORT

Mechanical	Electrical
Tire pressure	High-current BJB fuse 2 (60A)
Tire condition and wear	CJB fuse 27 (10A)
Binding or misaligned steering column	Wiring, terminals or connectors
Loose steering column shaft bolts
Steering column shaft couplings and U-joints
Steering column shaft dash boot
Steering gear
Steering gear bellows boots
Inner tie rod ends
Outer tie rod ends

Is an obvious cause for an observed or reported concern found?

Yes	No
REPAIR as necessary.	For signs of leakage, GO to Pinpoint Tests K . For all others, Go to Known Concerns

IV2: DAMAGED STEERING GEAR BELLOWS BOOT

Was a damaged steering gear bellows boot identified during the visual inspection?

Yes	No
Go to IV3.	For signs of leakage, GO to Pinpoint Tests K . For all others, REPAIR the concern identified during the visual inspection.

IV3: ISOLATE THE DAMAGED BELLOWS BOOT(S) AS THE CONCERN

Review the repair order and verify there are no customer concerns (such as a message on the message center or NVH steering system concern) in addition to the damaged bellows boot(s).
Are any other customer concerns present?

Yes	No
Make note of the damaged bellows boot(s). Go to Known Concerns After diagnosis is complete, if a new EPAS gear or bellows boot has not been installed, GO to Pinpoint Test K .	Go to Pinpoint Test K .