DTC 34-02: Fail-Safe Relay
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- Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).
- Clear the DTC with the HDS.
- Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).
- Start the engine.
- Check for DTCs with the HDS.
Is DTC 32-0B or 32-0E indicated?
YES - Go to step 6.
NO - Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time.
- Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).
- Disconnect EPS control unit connector B (16P), (see EPS CONTROL UNIT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
- Check for continuity between body ground and EPS control unit connector B (16P) terminals No. 14, No. 15, and No. 16 individually.
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Is there continuity?
YES - Go to step 9.
NO - Check for loose terminals in the EPS control unit connectors, and repair if necessary. If no poor connections are found, replace the EPS control unit (see EPS CONTROL UNIT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
- Disconnect the EPS motor 3P connector (see EPS MOTOR REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ).
- Check for continuity between body ground and EPS control unit connector B (16P) terminals No. 14, No. 15, and No. 16 individually.
Is there continuity?
YES - Repair short to body ground in the wire between the EPS control unit and the EPS motor.
NO - Replace the EPS motor (see EPS MOTOR REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ).