DTC 26-21, 26-23: Lateral Acceleration Sensor Neutral Position Malfunction; Lateral Acceleration Sensor Circuit Intermittent Interruption

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NOTE: Before you troubleshoot, record all freeze data and any on-board snapshot, and review the general troubleshooting information. (See General Troubleshooting Information ).

NOTE: While doing this troubleshooting, avoid vibration or shaking of the vehicle.

Park the vehicle on a flat and level surface.
Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).
Clear the DTC with the HDS.
Do the VSA sensor neutral position memorization (see VSA Sensor Neutral Position Memorization ).
Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0), then turn it to ON (II) again.
Wait 15 seconds or more.
Check for DTCs with the HDS.
Is DTC 26-21 or 26-23 indicated?

YES - Replace the yaw rate-lateral acceleration sensor (see YAW RATE-LATERAL ACCELERATION SENSOR REPLACEMENT ).

NO - Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time. Refer to intermittent failures troubleshooting (see Intermittent Failures ).