Circuit/System Verification
- Operate the vehicle within the Conditions for Running the DTC. Verify the DTC does not set.
- If the DTC sets
- Ignition/Vehicle - Off
- Verify the following conditions do not exist: Steering = Binding or Sticking
- If a condition exists - Refer to: Steering Effort Hard or Too Easy in One or Both Directions
- If no condition exists - Replace the component: Steering Gear
- Go to next step: If the DTC is not set
- All OK.
NOTE:
A DTC may set depending on certain driving conditions and would not require a component replacement. Aggressive steering may cause reduced steering assist. Discuss with the customer about the driving conditions when the concern occurred.