Reduced Steering Assist Mode

The EPAS enters a reduced steering assist mode to protect the internal components of the EPAS when a concern is detected by the PSCM, such as, low/high battery voltage or over-temperature concerns that are not considered to be a critical safety concern. The steering assistance sets to a default level and does not change with vehicle speed. This indicates that the steering assistance available for slow speed maneuvering is reduced, giving the steering a heavy feel. The assistance at high speed is greater than normal and can give the steering a lighter than normal feel.