Diagnostic Test

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CHECK FOR ANY SERVICE BULLETINS OR PCM SOFTWARE UPDATES
1. Check for any applicable Service Bulletins or Flash updates related to the DTC.
  Are there any applicable Service Bulletins or Flash updates?
  
  Yes
  - Perform the applicable repair.
  - Perform the POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST .
  No
  - Go To 2
CHECK FOR AN ACTIVE DTC
NOTE:
If multiple DTCs are present, inspect the wiring and harness connectors at the EPS Module and the Steering Angle Sensor.
1. With the scan tool, read DTCs and Freeze Frame Data and record on the repair order.
2. With the scan tool, erase DTCs.
3. Using the recorded Freeze Frame Data and the When Monitored and Set Conditions, operate the vehicle in the conditions that set the DTC.
4. With the scan tool, read DTCs.
  Did the DTC return?
  
  Yes
  - Go To 3
  No
  - Perform the INTERMITTENT CONDITION diagnostic procedure. Refer to INTERMITTENT CONDITION .
CALIBRATE THE STEERING ANGLE SENSOR
1. Perform the Steering Angle Calibration procedure in accordance with the Service Information. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .
2. With the scan tool, erase DTCs.
3. Using the recorded Freeze Frame Data and the When Monitored and Set Conditions, operate the vehicle in the conditions that set the DTC.
4. Turn steering wheel from stop to stop.
5. With the scan tool, read DTCs.
  Did the DTC return?
  
  Yes
  - Go To 4
  No
  - Calibrating the Steering Angle Sensor repaired the fault.
  - Perform the POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST .
CHECK STEERING ANGLE SENSOR (SAS) CONNECTOR/TERMINAL FOR DAMAGE
1. Turn the ignition off.
2. Check the Steering Angle Sensor for proper mounting and the harness and connector for broken, bent, pushed out or corroded terminals.
  Were any problems found?
  
  Yes
  - Repair as necessary in accordance with the Service Information.
  - Perform the POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST .
  No
  - Go To 5
CHECK RELATED HARNESS CONNECTIONS
1. Disconnect the Electric Power Steering (EPS) Module harness connectors.
2. Disconnect all related in-line harness connections (if equipped).
3. Disconnect the related component harness connectors.
4. Inspect harness connectors, component connectors, and all male and female terminals for the following conditions:
  - Proper connector installation.
  - Damaged connector locks.
  - Corrosion.
  - Other signs of water intrusion.
  - Weather seal damage (if equipped).
  - Bent terminals.
  - Overheating due to a poor connection (terminal may be discolored due to excessive current draw).
  - Terminals that have been pushed back into the connector cavity.
  - Perform a terminal drag test on each connector terminal to verify proper terminal tension.
  Repair any conditions that are found.
5. Connect the EPS Module harness connectors. Be certain that the harness connectors are fully seated and the connector locks are fully engaged.
6. Connect all in-line harness connectors (if equipped). Be certain that all connectors are fully seated and the connector locks are fully engaged.
7. Connect the related component harness connectors. Be certain that all connectors are fully seated and the connector locks are fully engaged.
8. With the scan tool, erase DTCs.
9. Using the recorded Freeze Frame Data and the When Monitored and Set Conditions, operate the vehicle in the conditions that set the DTC.
10. With the scan tool, read DTCs.
  Did the DTC return?
  
  Yes
  - Replace the Electric Power Steering (EPS) Module in accordance with Service Information. Refer to COLUMN, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
  - Perform the POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST .
  No
  - The wiring or poor connection problem has been repaired.
  - Perform the POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST .