Diagnosis Procedure
- PERFORM SELF-DIAGNOSIS
With CONSULT
Perform "EPS" self-diagnosis.
Is a malfunctioning system displayed?
YES
Check malfunctioning system. Refer to DTC Index .
NO
GO TO 2.
- CHECK THE POWER STEERING CONTROL MODULE SIGNAL (1)
With CONSULT
- Start the engine.CAUTION: Never drive the vehicle.
- Turn the steering wheel until it stops.
- Select "MTR ASSIST" in "DATA MONITOR" of "EPS".
Is the display value "100%"?
YES
GO TO 4.
NO
GO TO 3.
- Start the engine.
- CHECK THE POWER STEERING CONTROL MODULE SIGNAL (2)
With CONSULT
- Select "C/U TEMP" and "C/U TEMP A" in "DATA MONITOR" of "EPS".
- Stop the system until the DATA MONITOR display value drops to "90 deg.C (194 deg.F)" or less.
- Check whether symptom continues.
Did symptom continue?
YES
GO TO 4.
NO
This occurs because the protection function lowers the assist force. It is not a system malfunction. Inspection End.
- CHECK THE POWER STEERING CONTROL MODULE SIGNAL (3)
With CONSULT
- Turn the steering wheel to the straight-ahead position. (There is no steering force)
- Select "BATTERY VOLT" in "DATA MONITOR" of "EPS".
Is the display value "10.5 V" or more?
YES
GO TO 5.
NO
Check the battery power system. Refer to Diagnosis Procedure .
- CHECK THE POWER STEERING CONTROL MODULE SIGNAL (4)
With CONSULT
Select "ESTM VHCL SPD" in "DATA MONITOR" of "EPS".
Monitor item
Test condition
Display value
ESTM VHCL SPD
When stopped
0.00 km/h or mph
While driving
Approximately equal to the indication on speedometer*
(Inside of +/-10%)
*: This may not agree with the speedometer indication immediately after the ignition switch is turned ON. This is not a malfunction.
Is the check result normal?
YES
GO TO 6.
NO
Check the combination meter, ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit). Refer to CONSULT Function (METER/M&A) and CONSULT Function (Type 1) or CONSULT Function (Type 2).
- CHECK THE POWER STEERING CONTROL MODULE SIGNAL (5)
With CONSULT
Select "STR ANG SPD" in "DATA MONITOR" of "EPS".
Monitor item
Test condition
Display value
STR ANG SPD
The steering wheel is not steered.
Approx. 0.0 deg/s
The steering wheel is steered.
Displays steering angle speed (deg/s)
Is the check result normal?
YES
GO TO 7.
NO
Check the steering angle sensor. Refer to Diagnosis Procedure .
- CHECK THE POWER STEERING CONTROL MODULE SIGNAL (6)
With CONSULT
Select "ENGINE STATUS" in "DATA MONITOR" of "EPS".
Is the display value "RUN"?
YES
GO TO 8.
NO
Check the ECM. Refer to CONSULT Function (VQ35DD) .
- CHECK THE STEERING FORCE
Check the steering force. Refer to Inspection .
Is the check result normal?
YES
Inspection End.
NO
It is possible that there is a mechanical malfunction. Check the steering system.