DTC C1516: Torque Sensor Zero Point Adjustment Incomplete [06/2018 - ]: Procedure

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REPLACE CHECK FOR DTC

Clear the DTCs. (Step 1)
Chassis > EMPS > Clear DTCs

Calibrate the torque sensor zero point. (Step 2)

Chassis > EMPS > Utility

Tester Display
Torque Sensor Adjustment

Check for DTCs. (Step 3)

Chassis > EMPS > Trouble Codes

HINT:

If DTCs are output, perform steps (1) to (3) two more times.

Result

Result	Proceed to
DTCs are still output after performing steering zero point calibration 3 times.	A
Normal system code is output.	B

Result:

REPLACE RACK AND PINION POWER STEERING GEAR ASSEMBLY. Refer to REMOVAL [06/2018 - 10/2019] , or refer to REMOVAL [10/2019 - 08/2020] , or refer to REMOVAL [08/2020 - 08/2021] , or refer to REMOVAL [08/2021 - 09/2022] , or refer to REMOVAL [09/2022 - ]

Result:

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