Pinpoint Test Purpose

To verify PSCM U3000:xx is present and provide diagnostics if DTC U3000:XX is currently present and active in the PSCM.

1. B1: VERIFY STEERING TYPE 
   • This pinpoint test is applicable to EPAS vehicles only. It DOES NOT apply to HPAS vehicles equipped with an electric steering actuator.
   • Inspect the vehicle and determine if the steering system is EPAS or HPAS with an electric steering actuator.
     • The presence of a power steering pump, hydraulic hoses or tubes indicates a HPAS system.
   • Is this vehicle equipped with EPAS? 

   Yes	No
   Go to  B2.	GO to PINPOINT TEST BN .

2. B2: RETRIEVE THE PSCM DTCS 
   • Start the vehicle.
     • Make sure the engine ready indicator is illuminated.

     Carry out the PSCM self-test.

   • Is DTC U3000:4B currently present and active in the PSCM? 

   Yes	No
   GO to PINPOINT TEST BE .	If DTC U3000:05 or U3000:42 is present, Go to  B3. For all other PSCM U3000:xx DTCs, Go to  B4. If DTC U3000:xx is not currently present and active in the PSCM, DISCONTINUE this pinpoint test and REFER to the PSCM DTC Chart for direction.

3. B3: PROGRAM THE PSCM AND CHECK FOR DTCS 
   • Ignition ON, engine OFF.
   • Using a diagnostic scan tool, program the PSCM with the latest level software. REFER to the Module Configuration article for additional information.
   • Ignition OFF.
   • Ignition ON, engine OFF.
   • Clear the PSCM DTCs.
   • Ignition OFF.
   • Start the vehicle.
     • Make sure the engine ready indicator is illuminated.

     Carry out the PSCM self-test.

   • Is DTC U3000:05 or U3000:42 present and active in the PSCM? 

   Yes	No
   Go to  B4.	The condition causing the DTC was most likely due to improper or incomplete PSCM programming. The repair is complete.

4. B4: CHECK THE PSCM FOR RETURNING DTCS 
   • Ignition ON, engine OFF.
   • Clear the PSCM DTCs.
   • Ignition OFF.
   • Wait at least one minute.
   • Start the vehicle.
     • Make sure the engine ready indicator is illuminated.

     Carry out the PSCM self-test.

   • Is DTC U3000:96 present and active in the PSCM? 

   Yes	No
   Using a diagnostic scan tool, CARRY OUT the service function: Reset the Power Steering Control Module (PSCM).	INSTALL a new EPAS steering column. REFER to the Steering Column article. ORDER a replacement EPAS column and INCLUDE the RVC on the order form. If this is a Ford paid repair, INCLUDE the RVC on the warranty claim form.