Pinpoint Test U: The Red Adaptive Steering System Warning Indicator Is Always On Or Message Center Displays Adaptive Steering Loss Do Not Drive
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- Normal Operation and Fault Conditions
The SECM is self-monitoring and performs several self-tests during vehicle start up, shutdown and while operating. If an error occurs which affects the safety of the vehicle occupants, the system engages the adaptive steering lock and sends a message to the instrument cluster to illuminate the red adaptive steering warning indicator and display Adaptive Steering Loss Do Not Drive in the message center. It is possible the steering wheel may not be straight when the vehicle is driven straight ahead.
Possible Sources
- Adaptive steering system lock failure
- U1 CHECK FOR DTCS IN THE SECM
- Using a diagnostic scan tool, retrieve and record all SECM Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs).
Are any Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) present and active in the SECM?
Yes DIAGNOSE all SECM Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs). GO to the DTC Chart: SECM in Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Chart . No DIAGNOSE the red adaptive steering system warning indicator. REFER to: Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) - System Operation and Component Description .