Toyota Avalon (XX50): Power Steering System(for Gasoline Model)

Toyota Avalon (XX50) 2019-2022 Service & Repair Manual / Steering / Power Assist Systems / Power Steering System(for Gasoline Model)

Torque Sensor1 (C1511-C1514,C1517,C1521-C1523,C1528,C1531-C1555)

DESCRIPTION

While torque sensor system, motor system or ECU system malfunctions are detected, the fail-safe function suspends power assist. However, power assist continues with limited assistance amount if only C1533 or C1534 is output.

DTC No.

Detection Item

DTC Detection Condition

Trouble Area

Warning Indicate

Return-to-normal Condition

Note

C1511

Torque Sensor1

Torque sensor malfunction

Rack and pinion power steering gear assembly

EPS warning light: Comes on

Engine switch on (IG) again

-

C1512

Torque Sensor2

Torque sensor malfunction

Rack and pinion power steering gear assembly

EPS warning light: Comes on

Engine switch on (IG) again

-

C1513

Torque Sensor Deviation Excessive

Torque sensor malfunction

Rack and pinion power steering gear assembly

EPS warning light: Comes on

Engine switch on (IG) again

-

C1514

Torque Sensor Power Supply Voltage

Torque sensor malfunction

Rack and pinion power steering gear assembly

EPS warning light: Comes on

Engine switch on (IG) again

-

C1517

Torque Hold

Torque sensor malfunction

Rack and pinion power steering gear assembly

EPS warning light: Comes on

Engine switch on (IG) again

-

C1521

Short in Motor Circuit

Motor overcurrent

Rack and pinion power steering gear assembly

EPS warning light: Comes on

Engine switch on (IG) again

-

C1522

Power Supply Sensor

Motor current sensor malfunction

Rack and pinion power steering gear assembly

EPS warning light: Comes on

Engine switch on (IG) again

-

C1523

Current Deviation Excessive

Excessively large current deviation

Rack and pinion power steering gear assembly

EPS warning light: Comes on

Engine switch on (IG) again

-

C1528

Motor Rotation Angle Sensor

Motor rotation angle sensor malfunction

Rack and pinion power steering gear assembly

EPS warning light: Comes on

Engine switch on (IG) again

-

C1531

ECU Malfunction

ECU internal malfunction (CPU malfunction)

Rack and pinion power steering gear assembly

EPS warning light: Comes on

Engine switch on (IG) again

-

C1532

ECU Malfunction

ECU internal malfunction (Peripheral circuit malfunction)

Rack and pinion power steering gear assembly

EPS warning light: Comes on

Engine switch on (IG) again

-

C1533

Temperature Sensor Circuit is Low or High

ECU internal malfunction (Substrate temperature sensor malfunction)

Rack and pinion power steering gear assembly

EPS warning light: Comes on

The ECU judges the system has returned to normal

-

C1534

EEPROM

ECU internal malfunction (EEPROM error)

Rack and pinion power steering gear assembly

EPS warning light: Comes on

Engine switch on (IG) again

-

C1555

Motor Relay Welding Failure

Motor relay circuit malfunction

Rack and pinion power steering gear assembly

EPS warning light: Comes on

Engine switch on (IG) again

-

CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

NOTICE:

If the rack and pinion power steering gear assembly has been replaced, perform assist map writing and torque sensor zero point calibration.

Click here

PROCEDURE

1.

CHECK FOR DTC

(a) Clear the DTCs.

Chassis > EMPS > Clear DTCs

(b) Check for DTCs.

Chassis > EMPS > Trouble Codes

Result

Proceed to

DTCs other than C1511, C1512, C1513, C1514, C1517, C1521, C1522, C1523, C1528, C1531, C1532, C1533, C1534 or C1555 are not output.

A

DTCs other than C1511, C1512, C1513, C1514, C1517, C1521, C1522, C1523, C1528, C1531, C1532, C1533, C1534 or C1555 are output.

B

DTCs are not output.

C

A

REPLACE RACK AND PINION POWER STEERING GEAR ASSEMBLY

B

GO TO DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE CHART

C

USE SIMULATION METHOD TO CHECK

Torque Sensor Zero Point Adjustment Undone (C1515)

DESCRIPTION

This DTC does not indicate a malfunction. The power steering ECU (rack and pinion power steering gear assembly) stores this DTC when it determines that torque sensor zero point calibration has not been performed.

When the IG terminal voltage is below 8 V, torque sensor zero point calibration cannot be performed.

DTC No.

Detection Item

DTC Detection Condition

Trouble Area

Warning Indicate

Return-to-normal Condition

Note

C1515

Torque Sensor Zero Point Adjustment Undone

This DTC is stored when torque sensor zero point calibration has not been performed.

Torque sensor zero point calibration

EPS warning light: Comes on

Zero point calibration is performed or the engine switch on (IG) again

There is no malfunction if this DTC is not output again after performing zero point calibration.

CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

NOTICE:

If the rack and pinion power steering gear assembly has been replaced, perform assist map writing and torque sensor zero point calibration.

Click here

PROCEDURE

1.

CHECK FOR DTC

(a) Calibrate the torque sensor zero point. (Step 1)

Chassis > EMPS > Utility

Tester Display

Torque Sensor Adjustment

(b) Check for DTCs. (Step 2)

Chassis > EMPS > Trouble Codes

HINT:

If DTCs are output, perform steps (1) and (2) two more times.

Result

Proceed to

DTCs are still output after performing steering zero point calibration 3 times.

A

Normal system code is output.

B

A

REPLACE RACK AND PINION POWER STEERING GEAR ASSEMBLY

B

END

Torque Sensor Zero Point Adjustment Incomplete (C1516)

DESCRIPTION

This DTC does not indicate a malfunction. The power steering ECU (rack and pinion power steering gear assembly) stores this DTC when it determines that torque sensor zero point calibration has not completed.

DTC No.

Detection Item

DTC Detection Condition

Trouble Area

Warning Indicate

Return-to-normal Condition

Note

C1516

Torque Sensor Zero Point Adjustment Incomplete

Torque sensor zero point calibration is incomplete due to the steering wheel being touched during calibration.

Torque sensor zero point calibration

EPS warning light: Comes on

The DTC is cleared

There is no malfunction if this DTC is not output again after clearing the DTC and torque sensor calibration value, and performing zero point calibration.

CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

NOTICE:

If the rack and pinion power steering gear assembly has been replaced, perform assist map writing and torque sensor zero point calibration.

Click here

PROCEDURE

1.

REPLACE CHECK FOR DTC

(a) Clear the DTCs. (Step 1)

Chassis > EMPS > Clear DTCs

(b) Calibrate the torque sensor zero point. (Step 2)

Chassis > EMPS > Utility

Tester Display

Torque Sensor Adjustment

(c) Check for DTCs. (Step 3)

Chassis > EMPS > Trouble Codes

HINT:

If DTCs are output, perform steps (1) to (3) two more times.

Result

Proceed to

DTCs are still output after performing steering zero point calibration 3 times.

A

Normal system code is output.

B

A

REPLACE RACK AND PINION POWER STEERING GEAR ASSEMBLY

B

END

Vehicle Speed Signal (C1541)

DESCRIPTION

The power steering ECU (rack and pinion power steering gear assembly) receives vehicle speed signals from the skid control ECU (brake actuator assembly) via CAN communication. The ECU provides appropriate assist force in accordance with the vehicle speed based on the signals.

DTC No.

Detection Item

DTC Detection Condition

Trouble Area

Warning Indicate

Return-to-normal Condition

Note

C1541

Vehicle Speed Signal

A vehicle speed signal malfunction is detected

  • Brake control system
  • CAN communication system

EPS warning light: Comes on

The ECU judges the system has returned to normal

-

CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

NOTICE:

If the rack and pinion power steering gear assembly has been replaced, perform assist map writing and torque sensor zero point calibration.

Click here

PROCEDURE

1.

CHECK CAN COMMUNICATION SYSTEM

(a) Check if DTC U0129 is output.

Chassis > EMPS > Trouble Codes

Result

Proceed to

DTC U0129 is not output.

A

DTC U0129 is output.

B

A

GO TO BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM (DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE CHART)

B

GO TO CAN COMMUNICATION SYSTEM (HOW TO PROCEED WITH TROUBLESHOOTING)

IG Power Supply Voltage (C1551)

DESCRIPTION

When a malfunction is detected in the power source circuit, the fail-safe function suspends power assist.

DTC No.

Detection Item

DTC Detection Condition

Trouble Area

Warning Indicate

Return-to-normal Condition

Note

C1551

IG Power Supply Voltage

When the PIG power supply voltage is normal, the IG power supply voltage is 18.5 V or higher

  • Harness or connector
  • Rack and pinion power steering gear assembly

EPS warning light: Comes on

The ECU judges the system has returned to normal

-

WIRING DIAGRAM

CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

NOTICE:

  • If the rack and pinion power steering gear assembly has been replaced, perform assist map writing and torque sensor zero point calibration.

    Click here

  • Inspect the fuses for circuits related to this system before performing the following procedure.

PROCEDURE

1.

CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (BATTERY - RACK AND PINION POWER STEERING GEAR ASSEMBLY)

(a) Disconnect the C67 rack and pinion power steering gear assembly connector.

*a

Front view of wire harness connector

(to Rack and Pinion Power Steering Gear Assembly)

-

-

(b) Measure the voltage according to the value(s) in the table below.

Standard Voltage:

Tester Connection

Condition

Specified Condition

C67-4 (IG) - Body ground

Engine switch on (IG)

Below 18.5 V

NG

REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR

OK

2.

CHECK FOR DTC

(a) Clear the DTCs.

Chassis > EMPS > Clear DTCs

(b) Check for DTCs.

Chassis > EMPS > Trouble Codes

Result

Proceed to

DTC is output.

A

DTC is not output.

B

A

REPLACE RACK AND PINION POWER STEERING GEAR ASSEMBLY

B

USE SIMULATION METHOD TO CHECK

PIG Power Supply Voltage (C1552,C1554)

DESCRIPTION

When a malfunction is detected in the PIG power source and power supply relay system, the fail-safe function suspends power assist.

DTC No.

Detection Item

DTC Detection Condition

Trouble Area

Warning Indicate

Return-to-normal Condition

Note

C1552

PIG Power Supply Voltage

PIG power source circuit malfunction

  • EPS fuse
  • Harness or connector
  • Rack and pinion power steering gear assembly

EPS warning light: Comes on

Engine switch on (IG) again

-

C1554

Power Supply Relay Failure

Power source relay circuit malfunction

  • EPS fuse
  • Harness or connector
  • Rack and pinion power steering gear assembly

EPS warning light: Comes on

Engine switch on (IG) again

-

WIRING DIAGRAM

CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

NOTICE:

  • If the rack and pinion power steering gear assembly has been replaced, perform assist map writing and torque sensor zero point calibration.

    Click here

  • Inspect the fuses for circuits related to this system before performing the following procedure.

PROCEDURE

1.

CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (RACK AND PINION POWER STEERING GEAR ASSEMBLY - BODY GROUND)

(a) Disconnect the C67 rack and pinion power steering gear assembly connector.

*a

Front view of wire harness connector (to Rack and Pinion Power Steering Gear Assembly)

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-

(b) Measure the voltage according to the value(s) in the table below.

Standard Voltage:

Tester Connection

Condition

Specified Condition

C67-8 (PIG) - Body ground

Always

9 to 16 V

(c) Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.

Standard Resistance:

Tester Connection

Condition

Specified Condition

C67-7 (PGND) - Body ground

Always

Below 1 Ω

OK

REPLACE RACK AND PINION POWER STEERING GEAR ASSEMBLY

NG

REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR

Error in Matching of ECUs (C1567)

DESCRIPTION

The power steering ECU (rack and pinion power steering gear assembly) determines whether an incompatible ECM, main body ECU (multiplex network body ECU) or skid control ECU (brake actuator assembly) is installed based on the identification information.

DTC No.

Detection Item

DTC Detection Condition

Trouble Area

Warning Indicate

Return-to-normal Condition

Note

C1567

Error in Matching of ECUs

  • An incompatible ECM is detected
  • An incompatible main body ECU (multiplex network body ECU) is detected
  • An incompatible skid control ECU (brake actuator assembly) is detected
  • Incorrect ECM
  • Incorrect main body ECU (multiplex network body ECU)
  • Incorrect skid control ECU (brake actuator assembly)
  • Rack and pinion power steering gear assembly

EPS warning light: Comes on

Engine switch on (IG) again

-

CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

NOTICE:

If the rack and pinion power steering gear assembly has been replaced, perform assist map writing and torque sensor zero point calibration.

Click here

PROCEDURE

1.

CHECK RELATED PART

(a) Confirm if the related part has the correct part number.

Related Part

ECM

Main body ECU (Multiplex network body ECU)

Skid control ECU (Brake actuator assembly)

NOTICE:

When removing the related part to check it, be sure to follow the appropriate procedures and precautions.

  • ECM

    Click here

  • Main body ECU (Multiplex network body ECU)

    Click here

  • Skid control ECU (Brake actuator assembly)

    Click here

Result

Proceed to

The related part has the correct part number.

A

The related part has an incorrect part number.

B

B

GO TO STEP 3

A

2.

CHECK FOR DTC

(a) Select Health Check on the Techstream screen and check if system DTCs of the related part are output.

HINT:

If system DTCs of the related part are stored, assist map writing to the power steering ECU (rack and pinion power steering gear assembly) may not be performed properly.

Result

Proceed to

System DTCs of the related part are output.

A

System DTCs of the related part are not output.

B

A

REPAIR CIRCUIT INDICATED BY OUTPUT CODE

B

REPLACE RACK AND PINION POWER STEERING GEAR ASSEMBLY

3.

REPLACE RELATED PART WITH PART THAT HAS CORRECT PART NUMBER

(a) Replace the related part with one that has the correct part number.

  • ECM

    Click here

  • Main body ECU (Multiplex network body ECU)

    Click here

  • Skid control ECU (Brake actuator assembly)

    Click here

NEXT

4.

CHECK FOR DTC

(a) Check for DTCs.

Chassis > EMPS > Trouble Codes

Result

Proceed to

DTCs are not output.

A

DTCs are output.

B

A

END

B

REPLACE RACK AND PINION POWER STEERING GEAR ASSEMBLY

Assist Map Number Un-Writing (C1581)

DESCRIPTION

This DTC will be stored if the power steering ECU (rack and pinion power steering gear assembly) determines that the assist map is not written in the ECU.

DTC No.

Detection Item

DTC Detection Condition

Trouble Area

Warning Indicate

Return-to-normal Condition

Note

C1581

Assist Map Number Un-Writing

Assist map not written in power steering ECU (rack and pinion power steering gear assembly)

  • CAN communication system
  • ECM
  • Main body ECU (Multiplex network body ECU)
  • Skid control ECU (Brake actuator assembly)
  • AVS ECU (Absorber control ECU) (w/ Adaptive Variable Suspension System)
  • Rack and pinion power steering gear assembly

EPS warning light: Comes on

Assist Map Writing is performed

-

CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

NOTICE:

If the rack and pinion power steering gear assembly has been replaced, perform assist map writing and torque sensor zero point calibration.

Click here

HINT:

Related parts store information necessary for assist map writing.

Related Part:

  • ECM
  • Main body ECU (Multiplex network body ECU)
  • Skid control ECU (Brake actuator assembly)
  • AVS ECU (Absorber control ECU) (w/ Adaptive Variable Suspension System)

PROCEDURE

1.

PERFORM ASSIST MAP WRITING

(a) Perform assist map writing.

Chassis > EMPS > Utility

Tester Display

Signal Check

(b) Check for DTCs.

Chassis > EMPS > Trouble Codes

Result

Proceed to

DTC C1581 is output.

A

DTC C1581 is not output.

B

B

END

A

2.

CHECK CAN COMMUNICATION SYSTEM

(a) Check for DTCs.

Click here

Result

Proceed to

CAN communication system DTCs are not output.

A

CAN communication system DTCs are output.

B

B

GO TO CAN COMMUNICATION SYSTEM

A

3.

CHECK RELATED PART

(a) Confirm if the related part has the correct part number.

Related Part

ECM

Main body ECU (Multiplex network body ECU)

Skid control ECU (Brake actuator assembly)

AVS ECU (Absorber control ECU) (w/ Adaptive Variable Suspension System)

NOTICE:

When removing the related part to check it, be sure to follow the appropriate procedures and precautions.

  • ECM

    Click here

  • Main body ECU (Multiplex network body ECU)

    Click here

  • Skid control ECU (Brake actuator assembly)

    Click here

  • AVS ECU (Absorber control ECU) (w/ Adaptive Variable Suspension System)

    Click here

Result

Proceed to

The related part has the correct part number.

A

The related part has an incorrect part number.

B

B

GO TO STEP 5

A

4.

CHECK FOR DTC

(a) Select Health Check on the Techstream screen and check if system DTCs of the related part are output.

HINT:

If system DTCs of the related part are stored, assist map writing to the power steering ECU (rack and pinion power steering gear assembly) may not be performed properly.

Result

Proceed to

System DTCs of the related part are output.

A

System DTCs of the related part are not output.

B

A

REPAIR CIRCUIT INDICATED BY OUTPUT CODE

B

REPLACE RACK AND PINION POWER STEERING GEAR ASSEMBLY

5.

REPLACE RELATED PART WITH PART THAT HAS CORRECT PART NUMBER

(a) Replace the related part with one that has the correct part number.

  • ECM

    Click here

  • Main body ECU (Multiplex network body ECU)

    Click here

  • Skid control ECU (Brake actuator assembly)

    Click here

  • AVS ECU (Absorber control ECU) (w/ Adaptive Variable Suspension System)

    Click here

NEXT

6.

CHECK FOR DTC

(a) Check for DTCs.

Chassis > EMPS > Trouble Codes

Result

Proceed to

DTCs are not output.

A

DTCs are output.

B

A

END

B

REPLACE RACK AND PINION POWER STEERING GEAR ASSEMBLY

Assist Map Number Mismatch (C1582)

DESCRIPTION

When an incorrect ECM, main body ECU (multiplex network body ECU), skid control ECU (brake actuator assembly) or AVS ECU (Absorber control ECU) (w/ Adaptive Variable Suspension System) is installed after the assist map has been written to the power steering ECU (rack and pinion power steering gear assembly), DTC C1582 is stored because the information stored in the power steering ECU (rack and pinion power steering gear assembly) does not match the vehicle specifications.

DTC No.

Detection Item

DTC Detection Condition

Trouble Area

Warning Indicate

Return-to-normal Condition

Note

C1582

Assist Map Number Mismatch

Assist map number mismatch

  • CAN communication system
  • Incorrect ECM
  • Incorrect main body ECU (multiplex network body ECU)
  • Incorrect skid control ECU (brake actuator assembly)
  • AVS ECU (Absorber control ECU) (w/ Adaptive Variable Suspension System)
  • Rack and pinion power steering gear assembly

EPS warning light: Does not come on

Engine switch on (IG) again

-

CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

NOTICE:

If the rack and pinion power steering gear assembly has been replaced, perform assist map writing and torque sensor zero point calibration.

Click here

HINT:

Related parts store information necessary for assist map writing.

Related Part:

  • ECM
  • Main body ECU (Multiplex network body ECU)
  • Skid control ECU (Brake actuator assembly)
  • AVS ECU (Absorber control ECU) (w/ Adaptive Variable Suspension System)

PROCEDURE

1.

CHECK CAN COMMUNICATION SYSTEM

(a) Check for DTCs.

Click here

Result

Proceed to

CAN communication system DTCs are not output.

A

CAN communication system DTCs are output.

B

B

GO TO CAN COMMUNICATION SYSTEM

A

2.

CHECK RELATED PART

(a) Check if the part below has been replaced with an incorrect part in the past.

Related Part

ECM

Main body ECU (Multiplex network body ECU)

Skid control ECU (Brake actuator assembly)

AVS ECU (Absorber control ECU) (w/ Adaptive Variable Suspension System)

NOTICE:

When removing the related part to check it, be sure to follow the appropriate procedures and precautions.

  • ECM

    Click here

  • Main body ECU (Multiplex network body ECU)

    Click here

  • Skid control ECU (Brake actuator assembly)

    Click here

  • AVS ECU (Absorber control ECU) (w/ Adaptive Variable Suspension System)

    Click here

(b) When DTC C1582 is output and parts have not been exchanged, replace the power steering ECU (rack and pinion power steering gear assembly) as it may have an internal malfunction.

NOTICE:

If the rack and pinion power steering gear assembly has been replaced, perform assist map writing.

Click here

Result

Proceed to

The related part has an incorrect part number.

A

The related part has the correct part number, or a related part and rack and pinion power steering gear assembly have not been replaced.

B

B

REPLACE RACK AND PINION POWER STEERING GEAR ASSEMBLY

A

3.

REPLACE RELATED PART WITH PART THAT HAS CORRECT PART NUMBER

(a) Replace the related part with one that has the correct part number.

  • ECM

    Click here

  • Main body ECU (Multiplex network body ECU)

    Click here

  • Skid control ECU (Brake actuator assembly)

    Click here

  • AVS ECU (Absorber control ECU) (w/ Adaptive Variable Suspension System)

    Click here

NEXT

4.

CHECK FOR DTC

(a) Check for DTCs.

Chassis > EMPS > Trouble Codes

Result

Proceed to

DTCs are not output.

A

DTCs are output.

B

A

END

B

REPLACE RACK AND PINION POWER STEERING GEAR ASSEMBLY

Calibration

CALIBRATION

TORQUE SENSOR ZERO POINT CALIBRATION (USING TECHSTREAM)

NOTICE:

Perform torque sensor zero point calibration if any of the following conditions occur:

  • The rack and pinion power steering gear assembly has been replaced.
  • There is a difference in steering effort between turning left and right.

(a) Perform inspection before calibration.

(1) Turn the engine switch off.

(2) Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.

(3) Turn the engine switch on (IG).

(4) Turn the Techstream on.

(5) Calibrate the rack and pinion power steering gear assembly. Enter the following menus: Chassis / EMPS / Data List.

(6) Read the Data List according to the display on the Techstream.

Chassis > EMPS > Data List

Tester Display

Measurement Item

Range

Normal Condition

Diagnostic Note

IG Power Supply

IG power source voltage

Min.: 0.0000 V

Max.: 20.1531 V

8 to 16 V

Engine switch on (IG)

Chassis > EMPS > Data List

Tester Display

IG Power Supply

Standard Voltage:

8 to 16 V

NOTICE:

If the IG power supply voltage is 8 V or less, calibration cannot be performed. In this case, charge or replace the battery, and then perform calibration.

(b) Perform torque sensor zero point calibration.

NOTICE:

If DTC C1516 (Torque Sensor Zero Point Adjustment Incomplete) is stored, the torque sensor zero point cannot be calibrated. Clear the DTCs before starting calibration.

(1) Align the front wheels straight ahead and center the steering wheel.

(2) Turn the engine switch off.

(3) Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.

(4) Turn the engine switch on (IG).

(5) Turn the Techstream on.

(6) Enter the following menus: Chassis / EMPS / Utility / Torque Sensor Adjustment.

Chassis > EMPS > Utility

Tester Display

Torque Sensor Adjustment

NOTICE:

  • Do not turn the steering wheel sharply.
  • During the torque sensor zero point calibration the steering wheel will shudder. Do not touch the steering wheel until at least 3 seconds have elapsed after the shuddering has stopped.

(7) Check for DTCs.

Chassis > EMPS > Trouble Codes

NOTICE:

If DTC C1515, C1516, C1534 or C1581 is output, perform troubleshooting for the corresponding DTC.

Result

See Procedure

DTC C1515 is output.

DTC C1516 is output.

DTC C1534 is output.

DTC C1581 is output.

ASSIST MAP WRITING (USING TECHSTREAM)

NOTICE:

Perform assist map writing if the following condition occurs:

The rack and pinion power steering gear assembly has been replaced.

(a) Turn the engine switch off.

(b) Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.

(c) Turn the engine switch on (IG).

(d) Turn the Techstream on.

(e) Enter the following menus: Chassis / EMPS / Utility / Signal Check.

Chassis > EMPS > Utility

Tester Display

Signal Check

HINT:

  • Follow the instructions on the Techstream to perform Signal Check.
  • With DTC C1581 output, performing Signal Check will cause the rack and pinion power steering gear assembly to enter Signal Check and the assist map will be written automatically.

(f) Wait for at least 5 seconds.

(g) Check for DTCs.

Chassis > EMPS > Trouble Codes

HINT:

After writing the assist map, if DTC C1581 is output, perform the troubleshooting procedure for DTC C1581.

Click here

Check Assist Limit Record

CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

HINT:

Perform this troubleshooting procedure when no DTCs are output, including DTCs related to CAN communication system malfunctions.

PROCEDURE

1.

READ VALUE USING TECHSTREAM (ASSIST LIMIT RECORD 1)

(a) Using the Techstream, read the Data List item "Assist Limit Record 1".

Click here

Chassis > EMPS > Data List

Tester Display

Measurement Item

Range

Normal Condition

Diagnostic Note

Assist Limit Record 1

Information of assist limit that was used in the past or is currently in use (latest history)

Unrec, Mtr Overheat, Pow Vol Low, Pow Vol Low Prevent, Eng Stall, Ready OFF, Mtr Overload, DC-DC Malf, Vhcl Spd Sig Malf, Batt Vol Keep

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-

HINT:

For the Data List item "Assist Limit Record 1", each item in the Range is described below.

 

Range

Description

Diagnostic Note

Assist Limit Record 1

Unrec

No assist limit. Continue with troubleshooting for "Heavy steering".

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Mtr Overheat

When the vehicle is stopped or traveling at low speed, and steering operations are performed repeatedly or the steering wheel is turned all the way to the side and held there for a long time, assist may be limited in order to prevent overheating of the power steering motor assembly and power steering ECU assembly.

After 10 minutes elapse with the engine running and no steering operations being performed, the system will return to normal.

After recovering from the overheated condition, assist can be performed as usual.

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Pow Vol Low

When insufficient battery charge, or battery degradation etc. causes the voltage to temporarily decrease, assist may be stopped.

After the battery condition returns to normal, assist can be performed as usual.

-

Pow Vol Low Prevent

When insufficient battery charge, or battery degradation etc. causes the voltage to temporarily decrease, assist may be limited.

After the battery condition returns to normal, assist can be performed as usual.

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Eng Stall

When the engine stalls, battery charge becomes insufficient, so assist is stopped.

After recovering from the engine stall, assist can be performed as usual.

-

Ready OFF

After Ready ON, if a malfunction in the HV system etc. causes a return to Ready OFF, the HV battery charge becomes insufficient, so assist is stopped.

After returning to Ready ON state, assist can be performed as usual.

Not displayed for this vehicle

Mtr Overload

When the steering wheel cannot turn, such as when a road wheel is against a curb, if the driver continues to apply force to the steering wheel, current to the motor may be limited to prevent overheating.

When the steering wheel is returned to a neutral position, assist can be performed as usual.

-

DC-DC Malf

If there is a malfunction in the DC-DC converter, etc., assist may be limited.

After the DC-DC converter returns to normal, assist can be performed as usual.

Not displayed for this vehicle

Vhcl Spd Sig Malf

If the vehicle speed signal is abnormal due to a wheel speed sensor malfunction, etc., assist may be limited.

-

Batt Vol Keep

When insufficient battery charge, or battery degradation etc. causes the voltage to temporarily decrease, assist may be limited.

After the battery condition returns to normal, assist can be performed as usual.

-

Chassis > EMPS > Data List

Tester Display

Assist Limit Record 1

(b) Based on the "Assist Limit Record 1" information, the following Data List items and the information from the customer interview, explain the situation to the customer.

Chassis > EMPS > Data List

Tester Display

Record 1 Key Cycle

Record 1 Key Cycle Elapsed Time

HINT:

If it is necessary to investigate further into the past, check the "Assist Limit Record 2" and "Assist Limit Record 3" information in the same way as "Assist Limit Record 1".

NEXT

END

Customize Parameters

CUSTOMIZE PARAMETERS

DRIVE MODE CUSTOMIZATION (w/ Adaptive Variable Suspension System)

When the drive mode is switched to "CUSTOM" mode using the drive mode select switch (electric parking brake switch assembly), the vehicle settings can be changed on the multi-display.

HINT:

Differing to that of "ECO", "SPORT S" and "SPORT S+", when "CUSTOM" is selected using the drive mode select switch (electric parking brake switch assembly), "Powertrain", "Chassis" and "Climate" settings can be changed.

(a) Turn the engine switch on (IG).

(b) Select the following menus on the multi-display to enter the customize setting screen: Setup / Vehicle / Drive Mode Customization

Drive Mode Customization

Display

Content

Default

Setting

Powertrain

Acceleration response, etc.

Normal

Power / Normal / Eco

Chassis

Damping force of suspension, steering assist force, etc.

Normal

Sport / Normal

Climate

Effectiveness of air conditioning system, etc.

Normal

Normal / Eco

Data List / Active Test

DATA LIST / ACTIVE TEST

DATA LIST

HINT:

Using the Techstream to read the Data List allows the values or states of switches, sensors, actuators and other items to be read without removing any parts. This non-intrusive inspection can be very useful because intermittent conditions or signals may be discovered before parts or wiring is disturbed. Reading the Data List information early in troubleshooting is one way to save diagnostic time.

NOTICE:

In the table below, the values listed under "Normal Condition" are reference values. Do not depend solely on these reference values when deciding whether a part is faulty or not.

(a) Turn the engine switch off.

(b) Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.

(c) Turn the engine switch on (IG).

(d) Turn the Techstream on.

(e) Enter the following menus: Chassis / EMPS / Data List.

(f) Read the Data List according to the display on the Techstream.

Chassis > EMPS > Data List

Tester Display

Measurement Item

Range

Normal Condition

Diagnostic Note

Meter Vehicle Velocity

Vehicle speed from speedometer

Min.: 0.0 km/h (0.0 MPH)

Max.: 300.0 km/h (186.4 MPH)

  • 0 km/h (0 MPH): Engine running and vehicle stopped
  • No significant fluctuation: Engine running and vehicle driven at a constant speed

-

Wheel Speed Right

Rear right wheel speed

Min.: 0 km/h (0 MPH)

Max.: 255 km/h (158 MPH)

  • 0 km/h (0 MPH): Engine running and vehicle stopped
  • No significant fluctuation: Engine running and vehicle driven at a constant speed

-

Wheel Speed Left

Rear left wheel speed

Min.: 0 km/h (0 MPH)

Max.: 255 km/h (158 MPH)

  • 0 km/h (0 MPH): Engine running and vehicle stopped
  • No significant fluctuation: Engine running and vehicle driven at a constant speed

-

Engine Revolution

Engine speed

Min.: 0 rpm

Max.: 12800 rpm

No significant fluctuation

Engine running at a constant speed

Motor Actual Current

Amount of current to motor

Min.: -327.68 A

Max.: 327.67 A

Value changes in proportion to steering effort

- The value increases when turning right and decreases when turning left

Engine running and steering wheel being turned

Command Value Current

Requested current to motor

Min.: -327.68 A

Max.: 327.67 A

Value changes in proportion to steering effort

- The value increases when turning right and decreases when turning left

Engine running and steering wheel being turned

Steering Angle Velocity

Steering angle speed

Min.: -32768 deg/s

Max.: 32767 deg/s

Value changes in proportion to steering speed

- The value increases when turning left and decreases when turning right

Engine running and steering wheel being turned

Thermistor Temperature

ECU substrate temperature

Min.: -50.0°C (-58.0°F)

Max.: 150.0°C (302.0°F)

-50°C to 150°C (-58°F to 302°F)

-

IG Power Supply

IG power source voltage

Min.: 0.0000 V

Max.: 20.1531 V

8 to 16 V

Engine switch on (IG)

Steering Angle Sens Sig

Steering sensor signal state

OK or NG(1) or NG(2) or NG(3)

OK: Steering sensor signal received

NG(1): The learning has not completed

NG(2): Steering sensor abnormal

NG(3): Communication error

-

Steering Wheel Torque

Steering wheel torque

Min.: -327.68 Nm

Max.: 7.00 Nm

Value changes in proportion to steering effort

- The value increases when turning left and decreases when turning right

Engine running and steering wheel being turned

Motor Rotation Angle

Motor rotation angle

Min.: 0.000 deg

Max.: 1441.770 deg

During steering operation, motor rotation angle value changes from 0 to 360°

Engine running and steering wheel being turned

Command Val Current 2

Requested current to motor

Min.: -327.68 A

Max.: 327.67 A

Value changes in proportion to steering effort

Engine running and steering wheel being turned

Motor Voltage

Motor power supply voltage

Min.: 0.000 V

Max.: 98.000 V

  • Approximately 27 V: Engine running and steering wheel being turned
  • Approximately 27 to 34 V: Engine running and steering wheel not being turned

-

TRQ1 Zero Point Value

Zero point value of torque sensor 1

Min.: 0.0000 V

Max.: 4.9725 V

2.3 to 2.7 V

Engine running and steering wheel not being turned (without load)

TRQ2 Zero Point Value

Zero point value of torque sensor 2

Min.: 0.0000 V

Max.: 4.9725 V

2.3 to 2.7 V

Engine running and steering wheel not being turned (without load)

IG ON/OFF Times

Number of times of engine switch turned on/off since latest DTC detection

Min.: 0 times

Max.: 65535 times

-

-

Motor Overheat Record

Continuous overheat prevention control record

Unrec or Rec

Unrec

Unrec: Unrecorded

Rec: Recorded

The amount of power assist may be decreased to prevent the motor and ECUs from overheating if the steering wheel is continuously turned when the vehicle is either stopped or driven at a low speed, or if the steering wheel is kept in either full lock position for a long time.

Motor Lo Power Record

PIG power source voltage drop record

Unrec or Rec

Unrec

Unrec: Unrecorded

Rec: Recorded

If the PIG power source voltage decreases temporarily, the amount of power assist will be reduced.

Eng Rev Inter Record

Record of engine signal interruption

Unrec or Rec

Unrec

Unrec: Unrecorded

Rec: Recorded

Str Angle Inter Record

Record of steering sensor signal interruption occurrence display

Unrec or Rec

Unrec

Unrec: Unrecorded

Rec: Recorded

Spd Sig Invalid Record

Record of vehicle speed signal invalid

Unrec or Rec

Unrec

Unrec: Unrecorded

Rec: Recorded

Battery Voltage Lo Record

Battery voltage reduction history

Min.: 0 times

Max.: 65535 times

0 to 65535 times

-

Battery Control Count (Body ECU)

Number of battery load control operations

Min.: 0 times

Max.: 65535 times

-

-

PS Assist Signal

Status of the record of power steering assist signal

OFF or ON

OFF: Engine switch on (IG)

ON: Engine running

-

Motor Actual Current 2

Amount of current to motor

Min.: -327.68 A

Max.: 327.67 A

Value changes in proportion to steering effort

Engine running and steering wheel being turned

Rotation Angle Sens Avg(SIN)

Rotation angle sensor average (SIN)

Min.: 0.0000 V

Max.: 4.9725 V

-

-

Rotation Angle Sens Avg(COS)

Rotation angle sensor average (COS)

Min.: 0.0000 V

Max.: 4.9725 V

-

-

Motor Overheat Limit Cnt(Normal)

Number of times that assist limit was performed according to the estimated temperature of the motor coil and heat generating components of the power steering ECU assembly

Min.: 0 times

Max.: 255 times

-

-

Assist Limit Cnt(Power Voltage Low)

Number of times that assist limit was performed due to battery voltage having dropped to 9 V or below

Min.: 0 times

Max.: 255 times

-

-

Power Vol Low Prevention Limit Cnt

Number of times that assist limit was performed due to battery voltage having dropped to 9.7 V or below

Min.: 0 times

Max.: 255 times

-

-

Eng Stall/Ready OFF Cnt

Number of times that assist limit was performed after the engine stalled and the engine switch was turned off

Min.: 0 times

Max.: 255 times

-

-

Motor Overheat Limit Cnt(Motor Overload)

Number of times that assist limit was performed to prevent the system from overheating when the motor was overloaded due to the steering wheel being turned to the full lock position or a tire hitting a curb

Min.: 0 times

Max.: 255 times

-

-

Assist Limit Cnt(Vehicle Spd Sig Malf)

Number of times that assist limit was performed due to battery voltage having dropped to 9 V or below

Min.: 0 times

Max.: 255 times

-

-

Battery Voltage Keep Limit Cnt

Number of times that assist limit was performed due to battery voltage having dropped to 9.7 V or below

Min.: 0 times

Max.: 255 times

-

-

Assist Limit Record 1

Information of assist limit that was used in the past or is currently in use (latest history)

Unrec, Mtr Overheat, Pow Vol Low, Pow Vol Low Prevent, Eng Stall, Ready OFF, Mtr Overload, Vhcl Spd Sig Malf, Batt Vol Keep

-

-

Record 1 Key Cycle

Number of times that the engine switch was turned to ON before Assist Limit Record 1 was stored

Min.: 0 times

Max.: 65535 times

-

-

Record 1 Key Cycle Elapsed Time

Period of time that elapsed since the engine switch was turned to ON before Assist Limit Record 1 was stored

Min.: 0.0 s

Max.: 53687091.1 s

-

-

Record 1 Power Source

Power source operating status when Assist Limit Record 1 was stored

No Data, Running, Stop

-

-

Assist Limit Record 2

Information of assist limit that was used in the past (second latest history)

Unrec, Mtr Overheat, Pow Vol Low, Pow Vol Low Prevent, Eng Stall, Ready OFF, Mtr Overload, Vhcl Spd Sig Malf, Batt Vol Keep

-

-

Record 2 Key Cycle

Number of times that the engine switch was turned to ON after Assist Limit Record 2 was stored before Assist Limit Record 1 was stored

Min.: 0 times

Max.: 65535 times

-

-

Record 2 Key Cycle Elapsed Time

Period of time that elapsed since the engine switch was turned to ON before Assist Limit Record 2 was stored

Min.: 0.0 s

Max.: 53687091.1 s

-

-

Record 2 Power Source

Power source operating status when Assist Limit Record 2 was stored

No Data, Running, Stop

-

-

Assist Limit Record 3

Information of assist limit that was used in the past (third latest history)

Unrec, Mtr Overheat, Pow Vol Low, Pow Vol Low Prevent, Eng Stall, Ready OFF, Mtr Overload, Vhcl Spd Sig Malf, Batt Vol Keep

-

-

Record 3 Key Cycle

Number of times that the engine switch was turned to ON after Assist Limit Record 3 was stored before Assist Limit Record 2 was stored

Min.: 0 times

Max.: 65535 times

-

-

Record 3 Key Cycle Elapsed Time

Period of time that elapsed since the engine switch was turned to ON before Assist Limit Record 3 was stored

Min.: 0.0 s

Max.: 53687091.1 s

-

-

Record 3 Power Source

Power source operating status when Assist Limit Record 3 was stored

No Data, Running, Stop

-

-

Current Key Cycle

Number of times that engine switch was turned to ON

Min.: 0 times

Max.: 65535 times

-

-

Current Key Cycle Elapsed Time

Time elapsed since engine switch was turned to ON

Min.: 0.0 s

Max.: 53687091.1 s

-

-

Steering Angle

Steering angle

Min.: -3072.0 deg

Max.: 3070.5 deg

-

-

Torque Sensor 1 Output

Torque sensor 1 output value

Min.: 0.0000 V

Max.: 4.9725 V

-

-

Torque Sensor 2 Output

Torque sensor 2 output value

Min.: 0.0000 V

Max.: 4.9725 V

-

-

Torque Sensor 1 Power Supply

Torque sensor 1 power supply voltage

Min.: 0.0000 V

Max.: 4.9725 V

-

-

Torque Sensor 2 Power Supply

Torque sensor 2 power supply voltage

Min.: 0.0000 V

Max.: 4.9725 V

-

-

Rotation Angle Sensor Output 1

Rotation angle sensor Vx1 output voltage

Min.: 0.0000 V

Max.: 4.9725 V

-

-

Rotation Angle Sensor Output 2

Rotation angle sensor Vx2 output voltage

Min.: 0.0000 V

Max.: 4.9725 V

-

-

Rotation Angle Sensor Output 3

Rotation angle sensor Vy1 output voltage

Min.: 0.0000 V

Max.: 4.9725 V

-

-

Rotation Angle Sensor Output 4

Rotation angle sensor Vy2 output voltage

Min.: 0.0000 V

Max.: 4.9725 V

-

-

Motor 1 Terminal Current (U)

Motor 1 terminal current (U phase)

Min.: -327.68 A

Max.: 327.67 A

Value changes in proportion to steering effort

Engine running and steering wheel being turned

Motor 1 Terminal Current (V)

Motor 1 terminal current (V phase)

Min.: -327.68 A

Max.: 327.67 A

Value changes in proportion to steering effort

Engine running and steering wheel being turned

Motor 1 Terminal Current (W)

Motor 1 terminal current (W phase)

Min.: -327.68 A

Max.: 327.67 A

Value changes in proportion to steering effort

Engine running and steering wheel being turned

Motor 2 Terminal Current (U)

Motor 2 terminal current (U phase)

Min.: -327.68 A

Max.: 327.67 A

Value changes in proportion to steering effort

Engine running and steering wheel being turned

Motor 2 Terminal Current (V)

Motor 2 terminal current (V phase)

Min.: -327.68 A

Max.: 327.67 A

Value changes in proportion to steering effort

Engine running and steering wheel being turned

Motor 2 Terminal Current (W)

Motor 2 terminal current (W phase)

Min.: -327.68 A

Max.: 327.67 A

Value changes in proportion to steering effort

Engine running and steering wheel being turned

Motor 1 U Phase Duty

Motor 1 U phase duty

Min.: 0.00%

Max.: 100.00%

-

-

Motor 1 V Phase Duty

Motor 1 V phase duty

Min.: 0.00%

Max.: 100.00%

-

-

Motor 1 W Phase Duty

Motor 1 W phase duty

Min.: 0.00%

Max.: 100.00%

-

-

Motor 2 U Phase Duty

Motor 2 U phase duty

Min.: 0.00%

Max.: 100.00%

-

-

Motor 2 V Phase Duty

Motor 2 V phase duty

Min.: 0.00%

Max.: 100.00%

-

-

Motor 2 W Phase Duty

Motor 2 W phase duty

Min.: 0.00%

Max.: 100.00%

-

-

Motor 1 Terminal Volt (U)

Motor 1 terminal voltage (U phase)

Min.: 0.000 V

Max.: 98.000 V

Value changes within 4 to 35 V range

Engine running and steering wheel being turned

Motor 1 Terminal Volt (V)

Motor 1 terminal voltage (V phase)

Min.: 0.000 V

Max.: 98.000 V

Value changes within 4 to 35 V range

Engine running and steering wheel being turned

Motor 1 Terminal Volt (W)

Motor 1 terminal voltage (W phase)

Min.: 0.000 V

Max.: 98.000 V

Value changes within 4 to 35 V range

Engine running and steering wheel being turned

Motor 2 Terminal Volt (U)

Motor 2 terminal voltage (U phase)

Min.: 0.000 V

Max.: 98.000 V

Value changes within 4 to 35 V range

Engine running and steering wheel being turned

Motor 2 Terminal Volt (V)

Motor 2 terminal voltage (V phase)

Min.: 0.000 V

Max.: 98.000 V

Value changes within 4 to 35 V range

Engine running and steering wheel being turned

Motor 2 Terminal Volt (W)

Motor 2 terminal voltage (W phase)

Min.: 0.000 V

Max.: 98.000 V

Value changes within 4 to 35 V range

Engine running and steering wheel being turned

Motor 1 PIG Power Supply

Power supply voltage to active motor 1

Min.: 0.0000 V

Max.: 20.1531 V

9 to 16 V

Engine running and steering wheel being turned

Motor 2 PIG Power Supply

Power supply voltage to active motor 2

Min.: 0.0000 V

Max.: 20.1531 V

9 to 16 V

Engine running and steering wheel being turned

The Number of DTCs

Number of detected DTCs when freeze frame data was stored

Min.: 0

Max.: 255

0 to 255

-

HINT:

  • With the vehicle stopped or driving very slowly, if the steering wheel is turned repeatedly or turned to a lock position and the vehicle is driven for an extended period of time, the amount of power assist is decreased to prevent overheating of the motor and ECU. If this occurs, engine running and do not turn the steering wheel for approximately 10 minutes to improve power assist.
  • If the battery is not sufficiently charged or the voltage decreases temporarily, the amount of power assist is reduced and the EPS warning light comes on. In such cases, the amount of power assist returns to normal when the battery voltage recovers.

Diagnosis System

DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM

CHECK DLC3

(a) Check the DLC3.

Click here

CHECK WARNING LIGHT

(a) When a problem occurs in the power steering system, the EPS warning light in the combination meter assembly comes on to inform the driver of the problem.

*a

EPS Warning Light

Diagnostic Trouble Code Chart

DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE CHART

Power Steering System

DTC No.

Detection Item

DTC Detection Condition

Warning Indicate

Return-to-normal Condition

Note

Link

C1511

Torque Sensor1

Torque sensor malfunction

EPS warning light: Comes on

Engine switch on (IG) again

-

C1512

Torque Sensor2

Torque sensor malfunction

EPS warning light: Comes on

Engine switch on (IG) again

-

C1513

Torque Sensor Deviation Excessive

Torque sensor malfunction

EPS warning light: Comes on

Engine switch on (IG) again

-

C1514

Torque Sensor Power Supply Voltage

Torque sensor malfunction

EPS warning light: Comes on

Engine switch on (IG) again

-

C1515

Torque Sensor Zero Point Adjustment Undone

This DTC is stored when torque sensor zero point calibration has not been performed.

EPS warning light: Comes on

Zero point calibration is performed or the engine switch on (IG) again

There is no malfunction if this DTC is not output again after performing zero point calibration.

C1516

Torque Sensor Zero Point Adjustment Incomplete

Torque sensor zero point calibration is incomplete due to the steering wheel being touched during calibration.

EPS warning light: Comes on

The DTC is cleared

There is no malfunction if this DTC is not output again after clearing the DTC and torque sensor calibration value, and performing zero point calibration.

C1517

Torque Hold

Torque sensor malfunction

EPS warning light: Comes on

Engine switch on (IG) again

-

C1521

Short in Motor Circuit

Motor overcurrent

EPS warning light: Comes on

Engine switch on (IG) again

-

C1522

Power Supply Sensor

Motor current sensor malfunction

EPS warning light: Comes on

Engine switch on (IG) again

-

C1523

Current Deviation Excessive

Excessively large current deviation

EPS warning light: Comes on

Engine switch on (IG) again

-

C1528

Motor Rotation Angle Sensor

Motor rotation angle sensor malfunction

EPS warning light: Comes on

Engine switch on (IG) again

-

C1531

ECU Malfunction

ECU internal malfunction (CPU malfunction)

EPS warning light: Comes on

Engine switch on (IG) again

-

C1532

ECU Malfunction

ECU internal malfunction (Peripheral circuit malfunction)

EPS warning light: Comes on

Engine switch on (IG) again

-

C1533

Temperature Sensor Circuit is Low or High

ECU internal malfunction (Substrate temperature sensor malfunction)

EPS warning light: Comes on

The ECU judges the system has returned to normal

-

C1534

EEPROM

ECU internal malfunction (EEPROM error)

EPS warning light: Comes on

Engine switch on (IG) again

-

C1541

Vehicle Speed Signal

A vehicle speed signal malfunction is detected

EPS warning light: Comes on

The ECU judges the system has returned to normal

-

C1551

IG Power Supply Voltage

When the PIG power supply voltage is normal, the IG power supply voltage is 18.5 V or higher

EPS warning light: Comes on

The ECU judges the system has returned to normal

-

C1552

PIG Power Supply Voltage

PIG power source circuit malfunction

EPS warning light: Comes on

Engine switch on (IG) again

-

C1554

Power Supply Relay Failure

Power source relay circuit malfunction

EPS warning light: Comes on

Engine switch on (IG) again

-

C1555

Motor Relay Welding Failure

Motor relay circuit malfunction

EPS warning light: Comes on

Engine switch on (IG) again

-

C1567

Error in Matching of ECUs

  • An incompatible ECM is detected
  • An incompatible main body ECU (multiplex network body ECU) is detected
  • An incompatible skid control ECU (brake actuator assembly) is detected

EPS warning light: Comes on

Engine switch on (IG) again

-

C1581

Assist Map Number Un-Writing

Assist map not written in power steering ECU (rack and pinion power steering gear assembly)

EPS warning light: Comes on

Assist Map Writing is performed

-

C1582

Assist Map Number Mismatch

Assist map number mismatch

EPS warning light: Does not come on

Engine switch on (IG) again

-

U0100

Lost Communication with ECM / PCM "A"

Lost communication with ECM

EPS warning light: When an error occurs during steering assist, the warning light does not illuminate. For errors that occur before assist (at the time of the decision to start assist), the warning light illuminates.

The ECU judges the system has returned to normal

-

U0126

Lost Communication With Steering Angle Sensor Module

Lost communication with steering angle sensor

EPS warning light: Comes on

The ECU judges the system has returned to normal

-

U0129

Lost Communication with Brake System Control Module

Lost communication with skid control ECU (Brake actuator assembly)

EPS warning light: Comes on

The ECU judges the system has returned to normal

-

U0132

Lost Communication with Ride Level Control Module

Lost communication with AVS ECU (absorber control ECU)

EPS warning light: Does not come on

The ECU judges the system has returned to normal

w/ Adaptive Variable Suspension System

U023A

Lost Communication with Front Camera Module

Lost communication with forward recognition camera

EPS warning light: Does not come on

The ECU judges the system has returned to normal

-

Drive Mode Select Switch Circuit

DESCRIPTION

The characteristics of the electronic throttle and EPS operation change according to operation of the drive mode select switch (electric parking brake switch assembly).

WIRING DIAGRAM

PROCEDURE

1.

CHECK THE PROBLEM SYMPTOMS

(a) Check each symptom by checking the suspected areas in the table below.

Result

Proceed to

SPORT mode or NORMAL mode is abnormal.

A

ECO mode is abnormal.

B

B

GO TO AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM

A

2.

CHECK CAN COMMUNICATION SYSTEM

(a) Check for DTCs.

Click here

Result

Proceed to

CAN communication system DTCs are not output.

A

CAN communication system DTCs are output.

B

B

GO TO CAN COMMUNICATION SYSTEM

A

3.

CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (DRIVE MODE SELECT SWITCH (ELECTRIC PARKING BRAKE SWITCH ASSEMBLY) - BODY GROUND)

(a) Turn the engine switch off.

(b) Disconnect the G24 drive mode select switch (electric parking brake switch assembly) connector.

*a

Front view of wire harness connector

(to Drive mode select switch (Electric parking brake switch assembly))

(c) Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.

Standard Resistance:

Tester Connection

Condition

Specified Condition

G24-16 (GND1) - Body ground

Always

Below 1 Ω

NG

REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR

OK

4.

INSPECT DRIVE MODE SELECT SWITCH (ELECTRIC PARKING BRAKE SWITCH ASSEMBLY)

(a) Inspect drive mode select switch (electric parking brake switch assembly).

Click here

OK:

Drive mode select switch (Electric parking brake switch assembly) is normal.

Result

Proceed to

CAN communication system DTCs are not output.

A

CAN communication system DTCs are output.

B

B

REPLACE DRIVE MODE SELECT SWITCH (ELECTRIC PARKING BRAKE SWITCH ASSEMBLY)

A

5.

CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (DRIVE MODE SELECT SWITCH (ELECTRIC PARKING BRAKE SWITCH ASSEMBLY) - ECM)

(a) Connect the G24 drive mode select switch (electric parking brake switch assembly) connector.

(b) Disconnect the A18 ECM connectors.

*a

Front view of wire harness connector

(to ECM)

(c) Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.

Standard Resistance:

w/ Adaptive Variable Suspension System

Tester Connection

Condition

Specified Condition

A18-55 (PWMS) - Body ground

SPORT S/S+ mode switch being turned and held

Below 1 Ω

A18-55 (PWMS) - Body ground

SPORT S/S+ mode switch not turned

10 kΩ or higher

A18-40 (SPCN) - Body ground

NORMAL/CUSTOM mode switch being pushed and held

Below 1 Ω

A18-40 (SPCN) - Body ground

NORMAL/CUSTOM mode switch not pushed

10 kΩ or higher

w/o Adaptive Variable Suspension System

Tester Connection

Condition

Specified Condition

A18-55 (PWMS) - Body ground

SPORT mode switch being turned and held

Below 1 Ω

A18-55 (PWMS) - Body ground

SPORT mode switch not turned

10 kΩ or higher

A18-40 (SPCN) - Body ground

NORMAL mode switch being pushed and held

Below 1 Ω

A18-40 (SPCN) - Body ground

NORMAL mode switch not pushed

10 kΩ or higher

OK

REPLACE ECM

NG

REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR

Dtc Check / Clear

DTC CHECK / CLEAR

CHECK DTCs (USING TECHSTREAM)

(a) Turn the engine switch off.

(b) Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.

(c) Turn the engine switch on (IG).

(d) Turn the Techstream on.

(e) Enter the following menus: Chassis / EMPS / Trouble Codes.

Chassis > EMPS > Trouble Codes

(f) Check the details of the DTCs.

Click here

CHECK DTCs (USING SST CHECK WIRE)

(a) Using SST, connect terminals 13 (TC) and 4 (CG) of the DLC3.

SST: 09843-18040

*a

DLC3

(b) Turn the engine switch on (IG).

(c) Read and write down any DTCs indicated by the blinking of the EPS warning light in the combination meter assembly. Refer to the illustration to the right for examples of the normal system code and DTCs 21 and 22.

*a

Normal System Code

*b

Codes 21 and 22

*c

ON

*d

OFF

*e

Seconds

*f

Code 21

*g

Code 22

HINT:

  • If the EPS warning light does not blink to display stored DTCs or the normal system code, inspect the circuit shown in the table below.

    Trouble Area

    Link

    EPS warning light circuit

  • If two or more malfunctions are detected simultaneously, DTCs will be displayed in ascending numerical order.

(d) Refer to Diagnostic Trouble Code Chart for DTC information.

Click here

(e) Check the details of the DTCs.

EPS DTC

EPS Warning Light Display

Tester Display

11

C1511

C1512

C1513

C1514

C1517

12

C1528

13

C1541

15

C1515

16

C1516

22

C1552

23

C1554

24

C1521

C1522

C1523

25

C1531

C1532

C1533

C1534

C1551

C1555

26

C1581

C1582

41

U0100

42

U0129

43

U0132

44

C1567

45

U023A

47

U0126

CLEAR DTCs (USING TECHSTREAM)

(a) Turn the engine switch off.

(b) Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.

(c) Turn the engine switch on (IG).

(d) Turn the Techstream on.

(e) Enter the following menus: Chassis / EMPS / Trouble Codes.

Chassis > EMPS > Trouble Codes

(f) Clear the DTCs.

Chassis > EMPS > Clear DTCs

(g) Turn the engine switch off.

(h) Disconnect the Techstream from the DLC3.

EPS Warning Light Circuit

CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

NOTICE:

  • Perform this troubleshooting procedure when no DTCs are output, including DTCs related to CAN communication system malfunctions.
  • If the customer reports that the steering feels heavy, refer to the "Heavy steering" item in the Problem Symptoms Table.

    Click here

PROCEDURE

1.

INSPECT COMBINATION METER ASSEMBLY

(a) Perform the Active Test of the combination meter assembly using the Techstream.

Click here

Body Electrical > Combination Meter > Active Test

Tester Display

EPS Warning

(b) Check the combination meter assembly.

OK:

The EPS warning light turns on or off in accordance with the Techstream operation.

OK

REPLACE RACK AND PINION POWER STEERING GEAR ASSEMBLY

NG

GO TO METER / GAUGE SYSTEM

Fail-safe Chart

FAIL-SAFE CHART

If a problem occurs in the power steering system, the power steering assist will be stopped or the amount of power assist will be decreased to protect the system.

Power Steering System

Malfunction

Fail-safe Operation

EPS warning light

Buzzer

  • Torque sensor (rack and pinion power steering gear assembly) malfunction
  • Power steering motor (rack and pinion power steering gear assembly) malfunction
  • Power steering ECU (rack and pinion power steering gear assembly) malfunction

Power steering assist stops or assist amount is limited

Red or yellow

Sounds intermittently or once

  • Vehicle speed signal malfunction
  • Skid control ECU (brake actuator assembly) malfunction
  • History of power steering ECU (rack and pinion power steering gear assembly) overheating
  • History of decrease in battery voltage (not malfunction)

Power steering assist is temporarily limited

Yellow

Sounds once

HINT:

  • If the power steering assist stops, the EPS warning light comes on (red).
  • If the amount of power assist is reduced, the EPS warning light comes on (yellow) and a vibration or sound may occur.
  • The amount of power assist may be decreased to prevent the motor and ECUs from overheating if the steering wheel is continuously turned when the vehicle is either stopped or driven at a low speed, or if the steering wheel is kept at either full lock position for a long time. In such cases, the amount of power assist returns to normal if the steering wheel is not turned for approximately 10 minutes with the engine running.
  • If the battery is not sufficiently charged or the voltage decreases temporarily, the amount of power assist will be reduced and the EPS warning light will come on. In such cases, the amount of power assist returns to normal when the battery voltage recovers.

Freeze Frame Data

FREEZE FRAME DATA

FREEZE FRAME DATA

NOTICE:

  • It is difficult to show the specified values (judgment values) clearly because freeze frame data values change significantly due to differences in measurement conditions, surroundings, or vehicle conditions. For this reason, there may be a problem even when the values are within specification.
  • Turn the engine switch on (IG) and park the vehicle on level ground. Check the freeze frame data by using the Techstream.

(a) Turn the engine switch off.

(b) Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.

(c) Turn the engine switch on (IG).

(d) Turn the Techstream on.

(e) Check the freeze frame data on the Techstream.

Chassis > EMPS

Tester Display

Measurement Item

Range

Normal Condition

Diagnostic Note

Meter Vehicle Velocity

Vehicle speed from speedometer

Min.: 0.0 km/h (0.0 MPH)

Max.: 300.0 km/h (186.4 MPH)

  • 0 km/h (0 MPH): Engine running and vehicle stopped
  • No significant fluctuation: Engine running and vehicle driven at a constant speed

-

Wheel Speed Right

Rear right wheel speed

Min.: 0 km/h (0 MPH)

Max.: 255 km/h (158 MPH)

  • 0 km/h (0 MPH): Engine running and vehicle stopped
  • No significant fluctuation: Engine running and vehicle driven at a constant speed

-

Wheel Speed Left

Rear left wheel speed

Min.: 0 km/h (0 MPH)

Max.: 255 km/h (158 MPH)

  • 0 km/h (0 MPH): Engine running and vehicle stopped
  • No significant fluctuation: Engine running and vehicle driven at a constant speed

-

Engine Revolution

Engine speed

Min.: 0 rpm

Max.: 12800 rpm

No significant fluctuation

Engine running at a constant speed

Motor Actual Current

Amount of current to motor

Min.: -327.68 A

Max.: 327.67 A

Value changes in proportion to steering effort

- The value increases when turning right and decreases when turning left

Engine running and steering wheel being turned

Command Value Current

Requested current to motor

Min.: -327.68 A

Max.: 327.67 A

Value changes in proportion to steering effort

- The value increases when turning right and decreases when turning left

Engine running and steering wheel being turned

Steering Angle Velocity

Steering angle speed

Min.: -32768 deg/s

Max.: 32767 deg/s

Value changes in proportion to steering speed

- The value increases when turning left and decreases when turning right

Engine running and steering wheel being turned

Thermistor Temperature

ECU substrate temperature

Min.: -50.0°C (-58.0°F)

Max.: 150.0°C (302.0°F)

-50°C to 150°C (-58°F to 302°F)

-

IG Power Supply

IG power source voltage

Min.: 0.0000 V

Max.: 20.1531 V

8 to 16 V

Engine switch on (IG)

Steering Wheel Torque

Steering wheel torque

Min.: -327.68 Nm

Max.: 7.00 Nm

Value changes in proportion to steering effort

- The value increases when turning left and decreases when turning right

Engine running and steering wheel being turned

Motor Rotation Angle

Motor rotation angle

Min.: 0.000 deg

Max.: 1441.770 deg

During steering operation, motor rotation angle value changes from 0 to 360°

Engine running and steering wheel being turned

Command Val Current 2

Requested current to motor

Min.: -327.68 A

Max.: 327.67 A

Value changes in proportion to steering effort

Engine running and steering wheel being turned

Motor Voltage

Motor power supply voltage

Min.: 0.000 V

Max.: 98.000 V

  • Approximately 27 V: Engine running and steering wheel being turned
  • Approximately 27 to 34 V: Engine running and steering wheel not being turned

-

TRQ1 Zero Point Value

Zero point value of torque sensor 1

Min.: 0.0000 V

Max.: 4.9725 V

2.3 to 2.7 V

Engine running and steering wheel not being turned (without load)

TRQ2 Zero Point Value

Zero point value of torque sensor 2

Min.: 0.0000 V

Max.: 4.9725 V

2.3 to 2.7 V

Engine running and steering wheel not being turned (without load)

PS Assist Signal

Status of the record of power steering assist signal

OFF or ON

OFF: Engine switch on (IG)

ON: Engine running

-

Motor Actual Current 2

Amount of current to motor

Min.: -327.68 A

Max.: 327.67 A

Value changes in proportion to steering effort

Engine running and steering wheel being turned

Rotation Angle Sens Avg(SIN)

Rotation angle sensor average (SIN)

Min.: 0.0000 V

Max.: 4.9725 V

-

-

Rotation Angle Sens Avg(COS)

Rotation angle sensor average (COS)

Min.: 0.0000 V

Max.: 4.9725 V

-

-

Steering Angle

Steering angle

Min.: -3072.0 deg

Max.: 3070.5 deg

-

-

Torque Sensor 1 Output

Torque sensor 1 output value

Min.: 0.0000 V

Max.: 4.9725 V

-

-

Torque Sensor 2 Output

Torque sensor 2 output value

Min.: 0.0000 V

Max.: 4.9725 V

-

-

Torque Sensor 1 Power Supply

Torque sensor 1 power supply voltage

Min.: 0.0000 V

Max.: 4.9725 V

-

-

Torque Sensor 2 Power Supply

Torque sensor 2 power supply voltage

Min.: 0.0000 V

Max.: 4.9725 V

-

-

Rotation Angle Sensor Output 1

Rotation angle sensor Vx1 output voltage

Min.: 0.0000 V

Max.: 4.9725 V

-

-

Rotation Angle Sensor Output 2

Rotation angle sensor Vx2 output voltage

Min.: 0.0000 V

Max.: 4.9725 V

-

-

Rotation Angle Sensor Output 3

Rotation angle sensor Vy1 output voltage

Min.: 0.0000 V

Max.: 4.9725 V

-

-

Rotation Angle Sensor Output 4

Rotation angle sensor Vy2 output voltage

Min.: 0.0000 V

Max.: 4.9725 V

-

-

Motor 1 Terminal Current (U)

Motor 1 terminal current (U phase)

Min.: -327.68 A

Max.: 327.67 A

Value changes in proportion to steering effort

Engine running and steering wheel being turned

Motor 1 Terminal Current (V)

Motor 1 terminal current (V phase)

Min.: -327.68 A

Max.: 327.67 A

Value changes in proportion to steering effort

Engine running and steering wheel being turned

Motor 1 Terminal Current (W)

Motor 1 terminal current (W phase)

Min.: -327.68 A

Max.: 327.67 A

Value changes in proportion to steering effort

Engine running and steering wheel being turned

Motor 2 Terminal Current (U)

Motor 2 terminal current (U phase)

Min.: -327.68 A

Max.: 327.67 A

Value changes in proportion to steering effort

Engine running and steering wheel being turned

Motor 2 Terminal Current (V)

Motor 2 terminal current (V phase)

Min.: -327.68 A

Max.: 327.67 A

Value changes in proportion to steering effort

Engine running and steering wheel being turned

Motor 2 Terminal Current (W)

Motor 2 terminal current (W phase)

Min.: -327.68 A

Max.: 327.67 A

Value changes in proportion to steering effort

Engine running and steering wheel being turned

Motor 1 U Phase Duty

Motor 1 U phase duty

Min.: 0.00%

Max.: 100.00%

-

-

Motor 1 V Phase Duty

Motor 1 V phase duty

Min.: 0.00%

Max.: 100.00%

-

-

Motor 1 W Phase Duty

Motor 1 W phase duty

Min.: 0.00%

Max.: 100.00%

-

-

Motor 2 U Phase Duty

Motor 2 U phase duty

Min.: 0.00%

Max.: 100.00%

-

-

Motor 2 V Phase Duty

Motor 2 V phase duty

Min.: 0.00%

Max.: 100.00%

-

-

Motor 2 W Phase Duty

Motor 2 W phase duty

Min.: 0.00%

Max.: 100.00%

-

-

Motor 1 Terminal Volt (U)

Motor 1 terminal voltage (U phase)

Min.: 0.000 V

Max.: 98.000 V

Value changes within 4 to 35 V range

Engine running and steering wheel being turned

Motor 1 Terminal Volt (V)

Motor 1 terminal voltage (V phase)

Min.: 0.000 V

Max.: 98.000 V

Value changes within 4 to 35 V range

Engine running and steering wheel being turned

Motor 1 Terminal Volt (W)

Motor 1 terminal voltage (W phase)

Min.: 0.000 V

Max.: 98.000 V

Value changes within 4 to 35 V range

Engine running and steering wheel being turned

Motor 2 Terminal Volt (U)

Motor 2 terminal voltage (U phase)

Min.: 0.000 V

Max.: 98.000 V

Value changes within 4 to 35 V range

Engine running and steering wheel being turned

Motor 2 Terminal Volt (V)

Motor 2 terminal voltage (V phase)

Min.: 0.000 V

Max.: 98.000 V

Value changes within 4 to 35 V range

Engine running and steering wheel being turned

Motor 2 Terminal Volt (W)

Motor 2 terminal voltage (W phase)

Min.: 0.000 V

Max.: 98.000 V

Value changes within 4 to 35 V range

Engine running and steering wheel being turned

Motor 1 PIG Power Supply

Power supply voltage to active motor 1

Min.: 0.0000 V

Max.: 20.1531 V

9 to 16 V

Engine running and steering wheel being turned

Motor 2 PIG Power Supply

Power supply voltage to active motor 2

Min.: 0.0000 V

Max.: 20.1531 V

9 to 16 V

Engine running and steering wheel being turned

How To Proceed With Troubleshooting

CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

HINT:

  • Use the following procedure to troubleshoot the power steering system.
  • *: Use the Techstream.

PROCEDURE

1.

VEHICLE BROUGHT TO WORKSHOP

NEXT

2.

INSPECT BATTERY

(a) Turn the engine switch off.

(b) Measure the voltage of the battery.

Standard Voltage:

11 to 14 V

HINT:

If the voltage is below 11 V, recharge or replace the battery before proceeding to the next step.

NEXT

3.

CHECK DTC AND FREEZE FRAME DATA*

HINT:

Refer to DTC Check / Clear.

Chassis > EMPS > Trouble Codes
NEXT

4.

PROBLEM SYMPTOM CONFIRMATION

Result

Proceed to

Symptom does not occur.

A

Symptom occurs.

B

B

GO TO STEP 6

A

5.

SYMPTOM SIMULATION

NEXT

6.

CHECK CAN COMMUNICATION SYSTEM*

(a) Check for DTCs.

Click here

Result

Proceed to

CAN communication system DTCs are not output.

A

CAN communication system DTCs are output.

B

HINT:

  • If any CAN communication system DTCs are output, perform troubleshooting for the CAN communication system first.
  • If communication to the rack and pinion power steering gear assembly cannot be established through the Techstream, inspect terminals CANH and CANL of the DLC3 and the rack and pinion power steering gear assembly, and the IG circuit of the rack and pinion power steering gear assembly.
B

PROCEED TO CAN COMMUNICATION SYSTEM

A

7.

CHECK FOR DTC*

(a) Check for DTCs.

Chassis > EMPS > Trouble Codes

HINT:

Refer to Diagnostic Trouble Code Chart when any DTCs are output.

Click here

Result

Proceed to

DTCs are not output.

A

DTCs are output.

B

B

GO TO STEP 10

A

8.

PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE

(a) Refer to Problem Symptoms Table.

Click here

Result

Proceed to

Fault is not listed in Problem Symptoms Table.

A

Fault is listed in Problem Symptoms Table.

B

B

GO TO STEP 10

A

9.

OVERALL ANALYSIS AND TROUBLESHOOTING*

(a) Refer to Terminals of ECU.

Click here

(b) Refer to Data List / Active Test.

Click here

NEXT

10.

REPAIR OR REPLACE

NEXT

11.

CONFIRMATION TEST

NEXT

END

On-vehicle Inspection

ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION

PROCEDURE

1. CHECK STEERING EFFORT (TORQUE)

NOTICE:

These service operations may affect the SRS airbags. Be sure to read the precautionary notices concerning the SRS airbag system before servicing.

Click here

(a) Stop the vehicle on a level, paved surface and align the wheels straight ahead.

(b) Remove the horn button assembly.

Click here

(c) Connect the cable to the negative (-) battery terminal.

(d) Using a torque wrench, check that the steering wheel set bolt is properly tightened.

Torque:

62 N·m {632 kgf·cm, 46 ft·lbf}

(e) Start the engine so that the power steering is ready to operate.

(f) Turn the steering wheel 90 degrees to the right and check steering effort (torque) with the steering wheel turned. Check in the opposite direction using the same method.

Standard Steering Effort (Reference):

5.5 N*m (56 kgf*cm, 49 in.*lbf) or less

(g) Align the front wheels facing straight ahead.

(h) Turn the engine switch off.

(i) Disconnect the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal.

NOTICE:

When disconnecting the cable, some systems need to be initialized after the cable is reconnected.

Click here

(j) Install the horn button assembly.

Click here

Parts Location

PARTS LOCATION

ILLUSTRATION

*A

w/ Adaptive Variable Suspension System

-

-

*1

DRIVE MODE SELECT SWITCH (ELECTRIC PARKING BRAKE SWITCH ASSEMBLY)

*2

FORWARD RECOGNITION CAMERA

*3

BRAKE ACTUATOR ASSEMBLY

- SKID CONTROL ECU

*4

ECM

*5

RACK AND PINION POWER STEERING GEAR ASSEMBLY

- POWER STEERING ECU

-POWER STEERING MOTOR

-TORQUE SENSOR

*6

NO. 1 ENGINE ROOM RELAY BLOCK AND NO. 1 JUNCTION BLOCK

- EPS FUSE

*7

AVS ECU (ABSORBER CONTROL ECU)

*8

COMBINATION METER ASSEMBLY

*9

MAIN BODY ECU (MULTIPLEX NETWORK BODY ECU)

*10

INSTRUMENT PANEL JUNCTION BLOCK ASSEMBLY

- IG1-NO. 1 RELAY

- EPS-IG1 FUSE

*11

DLC3

*12

AIR CONDITIONING AMPLIFIER ASSEMBLY

*13

STEERING SENSOR

-

-

Precaution

PRECAUTION

PRECAUTION FOR DISCONNECTING CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL

NOTICE:

When disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal, initialize the following system(s) after the cable is reconnected.

System

Procedure

Lane Departure Alert System (w/ Steering Control)

Pre-collision System

Intelligent Clearance Sonar System

Lighting System (for Gasoline Model with Cornering Light)

Parking Assist Monitor System

Panoramic View Monitor System

HANDLING PRECAUTIONS FOR SRS AIRBAG SYSTEM

(a) This vehicle is equipped with a Supplemental Restraint System (SRS). Failure to carry out service operations in the correct sequence could cause the SRS to unexpectedly deploy during servicing. This may cause a serious accident.

Before servicing (including inspection, replacement, removal and installation of parts), be sure to read the precautionary notices for the Supplemental Restraint System.

Click here

PRECAUTIONS FOR REMOVAL, INSTALLATION AND REPLACEMENT OF ELECTRONIC POWER STEERING COMPONENTS

(a) Be sure to align the front wheels straight ahead when removing and installing the rack and pinion power steering gear assembly.

(b) When disconnecting the steering intermediate shaft assembly, be sure to place matchmarks before starting the operation.

(c) After replacing the rack and pinion power steering gear assembly, calibrate the torque sensor zero point.

Click here

HANDLING PRECAUTION

(a) When handling electronic parts:

(1) Do not subject any parts such as ECUs and relays to any impact. Replace them with new ones if dropped or subjected to a strong impact.

(2) Do not expose any electronic parts to high temperatures or humidity.

(3) In order to prevent deformation or malfunctions due to static electricity, do not touch the connector terminals.

(b) When handling the rack and pinion power steering gear assembly:

(1) When replacing the power steering ECU (rack and pinion power steering gear assembly), make sure to replace each rack and pinion power steering gear assembly with a new one.

NOTICE:

Do not use a rack and pinion power steering gear assembly intended from another vehicle (demo models, etc.).

(2) Do not subject the rack and pinion power steering gear assembly to any strong impact (particularly the motor and torque sensor). Replace these parts with new ones if dropped or subjected to any severe impact.

(3) Do not pull the harness when carrying the rack and pinion power steering gear assembly.

(4) When the rack and pinion power steering gear assembly has been replaced, perform assist map writing and torque sensor zero point calibration.

Click here

PRECAUTIONS FOR CAN COMMUNICATION

(a) CAN communication lines are used to receive information from the skid control ECU (brake actuator assembly) and ECM and to transmit warnings to the combination meter assembly. When problems are detected in the CAN communication lines, CAN communication DTCs are stored.

(b) If any CAN communication system DTCs are output, perform troubleshooting for the CAN communication system first.

(c) The wiring used for each communication line is a twisted pair of wires that have an equal length. Do not temporarily repair a CAN communication line with a bypass wire or equivalent.

Problem Symptoms Table

PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE

HINT:

  • Use the table below to help determine the cause of problem symptoms. If multiple suspected areas are listed, the potential causes of the symptoms are listed in order of probability in the "Suspected Area" column of the table.
  • Check each symptom by checking the suspected areas in the order they are listed. Replace parts as necessary.
  • Inspect the fuses and relays related to this system before inspecting the suspected areas below.
Power Steering System

Symptom

Suspected Area

Link

Heavy steering

Check assist limit record

Front tires (improperly inflated, unevenly worn)

Front wheel alignment (incorrect)

Front suspension (Lower ball joint)

Rack and pinion power steering gear assembly

Steering effort differs between right and left or is uneven

Rotation angle sensor initialization and torque sensor zero point calibration incomplete

Front tires (improperly inflated, unevenly worn)

Front wheel alignment (incorrect)

Front suspension (Lower ball joint)

Rack and pinion power steering gear assembly

Steering column assembly (for Manual Tilt and Manual Telescopic Steering Column)

Steering column assembly (for Power Tilt and Power Telescopic Steering Column)

While driving, steering effort does not change in accordance with vehicle speed, or steering wheel does not return to its centered position easily

Skid control ECU (Brake actuator assembly)

Speed sensor

Rack and pinion power steering gear assembly

CAN communication system

Friction sounds occur when turning steering wheel during low speed driving

Rack and pinion power steering gear assembly

Steering column assembly (for Manual Tilt and Manual Telescopic Steering Column)

Steering column assembly (for Power Tilt and Power Telescopic Steering Column)

Spiral with cable sensor sub-assembly

Steering column cover contacting steering wheel assembly (for Manual Tilt and Manual Telescopic Steering Column)

Steering column cover contacting steering wheel assembly (for Power Tilt and Power Telescopic Steering Column)

High-pitched sound (squeaking) occurs when turning steering wheel slowly with vehicle stopped

Rack and pinion power steering gear assembly

Steering wheel installation (incorrect)

Steering wheel vibrates and noise occurs when turning steering wheel from lock to lock

Rack and pinion power steering gear assembly

Steering column assembly (for Manual Tilt and Manual Telescopic Steering Column)

Steering column assembly (for Power Tilt and Power Telescopic Steering Column)

Steering wheel installation (incorrect)

Drive mode does not change

Drive more select switch circuit

EPS warning light remains on

EPS warning light circuit

System Description

SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

DESCRIPTION

(a) The power steering ECU (rack and pinion power steering gear assembly) generates the necessary steering assist torque by calculating the steering assist force and controlling the motor current, based on the steering torque information from the torque sensor (rack and pinion power steering gear assembly), vehicle speed information from the skid control ECU (brake actuator assembly), and information from the ECUs.

(b) When there is a drop in the power source voltage, the rear window defogger, windshield deicer, outer mirror heater, PTC heater and seat heater operations are limited as part of power steering system load control.

(c) When there is a drop in the power source that may require an increase in steering force, the system illuminates the power steering warning light in order to warn the driver.

Function of Components:

Component

Function

*: w/ Adaptive Variable Suspension System

Rack and Pinion Power Steering Gear Assembly

HINT:

The components listed on the right are built-in

Power Steering ECU

  • Calculates the motor operation current based on the steering torque and vehicle speed signals, and outputs it to the motor.
  • When a malfunction is detected in the power steering system, it outputs a warning signal to the combination meter assembly.

Power Steering Motor

  • Generates power assist in accordance with the actuation current received from the power steering ECU.
  • The built-in motor rotation angle sensor detects the rotation angle of the motor.

Torque Sensor

Detects the steering torque.

Reduction Mechanism

Decelerates the motor rotation torque and transmits it to the rack shaft.

Steering Sensor

Detects the steering angle and steering direction.

Skid Control ECU (Brake Actuator Assembly)

Sends the vehicle speed signal and steering coordinated control amount signal to the rack and pinion power steering gear assembly.

ECM

  • Outputs the engine speed.
  • Outputs the drive mode select signal.

Air Conditioning Amplifier Assembly

Receives a signal from the power steering ECU (rack and pinion power steering gear assembly) to limit electrical usage.

AVS ECU (Absorber Control ECU)*

Transmits the drive mode select signal to the power steering ECU assembly.

Combination Meter Assembly

EPS Warning Light

Illuminates to alert the driver when the power steering ECU (rack and pinion power steering gear assembly) detects a malfunction in the power steering system.

Multi-information Display

Displays a warning message to inform the driver of a malfunction in the system.

Master Warning Light

Illuminates when a warning message is displayed on the multi-information display.

Multi Buzzer

Sounds to warn the driver of a malfunction in the system.

Forward Recognition Camera

Requests steering assist torque when the lane departure alert system judges that the vehicle is departing from its lane.

Drive Mode Select Switch (Electric Parking Brake Switch Assembly)

Switches the driving mode.

System Diagram

SYSTEM DIAGRAM

Terminals Of Ecu

TERMINALS OF ECU

TERMINALS OF ECU

*a

Component without harness connected

(Rack and Pinion Power Steering Gear Assembly)

-

-

HINT:

  • The rack and pinion power steering gear assembly uses waterproof connectors. Therefore, voltage or waveforms cannot be checked with the connectors connected to the vehicle.
  • Use the Data List and Active Test on the Techstream to check the operation of the rack and pinion power steering gear assembly and check that communication is established.

    Click here

Terminal No. (Symbol)

Terminal Description

C67-4 (IG)

IG power source

C67-7 (PGND)

power ground

C67-8 (PIG)

power source

C67-10 (CANH)

CAN communication line

C67-11 (CANL)

CAN communication line

CHECK WIRE HARNESS SIDE CONNECTOR

*a

Front view of wire harness connector

(to Rack and Pinion Power Steering Gear Assembly)

-

-

(a) Disconnect the C67 rack and pinion power steering gear assembly.

(b) Measure the voltage and resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.

Terminal No. (Symbol)

Wiring Color

Terminal Description

Condition

Specified Condition

C67-4 (IG) - Body ground

W - Body ground

IG power source

Engine switch on (IG)

8 to 16 V

C67-7 (PGND) - Body ground

B - Body ground

power ground

Always

Below 1 Ω

C67-8 (PIG) - Body ground

W - Body ground

power source

Always

9 to 16 V

Lost Communication with ECM / PCM "A" (U0100,U0126,U0129,U0132,U023A)

DESCRIPTION

The power steering ECU (rack and pinion power steering gear assembly) receives signals from the ECM, steering sensor, skid control ECU (brake actuator assembly), AVS ECU (absorber control ECU) and forward recognition camera via CAN communication.

DTC No.

Detection Item

DTC Detection Condition

Trouble Area

Warning Indicate

Return-to-normal Condition

Note

U0100

Lost Communication with ECM / PCM "A"

Lost communication with ECM

  • CAN communication system
  • ECM
  • Rack and pinion power steering gear assembly

EPS warning light: When an error occurs during steering assist, the warning light does not illuminate. For errors that occur before assist (at the time of the decision to start assist), the warning light illuminates.

The ECU judges the system has returned to normal

-

U0126

Lost Communication With Steering Angle Sensor Module

Lost communication with steering angle sensor

  • CAN communication system
  • Steering sensor
  • Rack and pinion power steering gear assembly

EPS warning light: Comes on

The ECU judges the system has returned to normal

-

U0129

Lost Communication with Brake System Control Module

Lost communication with skid control ECU (Brake actuator assembly)

  • CAN communication system
  • Skid control ECU (Brake actuator assembly)
  • Rack and pinion power steering gear assembly

EPS warning light: Comes on

The ECU judges the system has returned to normal

-

U0132

Lost Communication with Ride Level Control Module

Lost communication with AVS ECU (absorber control ECU)

  • CAN communication system
  • AVS ECU (Absorber control ECU)

EPS warning light: Does not come on

The ECU judges the system has returned to normal

w/ Adaptive Variable Suspension System

U023A

Lost Communication with Front Camera Module

Lost communication with forward recognition camera

  • CAN communication system
  • Forward recognition camera
  • Rack and pinion power steering gear assembly

EPS warning light: Does not come on

The ECU judges the system has returned to normal

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PROCEDURE

1.

GO TO CAN COMMUNICATION SYSTEM

(a) Go to CAN communication system.

Click here

NEXT

END

Steering

Power Steering System(for Hv Model)

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