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Speed Proportional Steering System Functional Test

NOTE: Perform SPEED PROPORTIONAL STEERING TEST 1A  before proceeding with this test. For connector terminal identification and wiring diagrams, see BODY CONTROL COMPUTER - INTRODUCTION article. Perform VERIFICATION TEST: VER-5A after each repair.
CAUTION: Always turn ignition switch to OFF position prior to disconnecting or connecting any module connector.
  1. Start engine and turn steering wheel while monitoring amount of power steering assist. Using scan tool, de-activate Speed Proportional Steering (SPS) solenoid for 15 seconds. Turn steering wheel while monitoring amount of power steering assist. If steering has less power assist once SPS solenoid is de-activated, go to next step. If steering power assist is unchanged once SPS solenoid is de-activated, go to appropriate STEERING article.
  2. System is currently operating correctly. Inspect condition of Body Control Module (BCM) internal 20-pin connector. Body Control Module (BCM). BCM is mounted to junction block located behind left end cap of instrument panel. See Figure. Inspect SPS solenoid harness connector. Connector is located next to master cylinder. Clean and repair either connection as needed.
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