32 90... Troubleshooting on electric steering gear (EPS)
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Read fault memory.
ELECTRIC STEERING GEAR (EPS) TROUBLESHOOTING CHART
| Fault | Cause | Remedy |
|---|---|---|
| Failure of power-assisted steering / clear reduction of power-assisted steering when stationary | 1. Contacts corroded |
NOTE:
Check insulation of connecting cable for damage, replace part if necessary
|
| 2. Insulation of connecting cable damaged | Check insulation of connecting cable for damage, replace part if necessary | |
| Refer to troubleshooting on front axle | ||
| Excessive steering wheel play/steering wheel shake | Screws at lower section of steering shaft to steering gear/steering column loose | Replace screws and tighten down (refer to Removing and installing/replacing lower section of steering shaft ) |
| Journal of tie rod end deformed | Replace steering gear and tie rod ends | |
| Tie rod end worn | Check steering gear rack; if necessary, replace steering gear | |
| Check tie rods , replace if necessary | ||
| Replace tie rod end | ||
| Steering gear rack damaged | Replace steering gear | |
| refer to troubleshooting on front axle | ||
| Steering wheel inclination | Tie rod end worn | Replace tie rod end |
| Front axle alignment incorrectly adjusted | Carry out chassis/wheel alignment check , adjust toe/track if necessary | |
| Refer to troubleshooting on front axle | ||
| Vehicle pulls | Steering angle sensor adjustment failed | Carry out steering angle sensor adjustment |
| Steering column switch cluster faulty | Check mounting for steering column switch , replace if necessary | |
| Interference noise when steering through (under load) | Spindle surface dirty or corroded (caused by damaged gaiter) | Replace steering gear |
NOTE:
In a warranty case you must always provide a fault memory printout, even where there is no fault memory