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Variable Effort Steering System
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Variable Effort Steering System
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Description & Operation
Diagnosis & Testing
Notes
Pre-Diagnostic Inspection
Retrieving Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCS)
Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCS)
INTERMITTENTS & Poor Connections
Diagnostic System Check
Circuit Tests
DTC C1273: VES Actuator Circuit Open Or Shorted To Ground
DTC C1274: VES Actuator Circuit Open Or Shorted To Voltage Or Solenoid Shorted
Lubrication
Hydraulic System Bleeding
Adjustments
Power Steering Pump Belt
Removal & Installation
Wiring Diagrams