Steering Force Control Module

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 Infiniti Q60. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Calculates the optimum control variable for the steering force motor from the input values of force motor angle sensor and vehicle speed signal to controlling the steering force motor.

Courtesy of NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
Steering force control module changes steering reaction force based on the dive mode select signal from chassis control module.
Performs the release and engagement control of the steering clutch.
If a malfunction occurs in the system, the fail-safe function activates to perform state transition, and the power steering warning lamp in the combination meter illuminates.
The malfunctioning portion is displayed by the electronic system diagnosis tester (CONSULT) according to the self-diagnosis function.
Quickly switches the control after a malfunction occurs according to synchronous control using FlexRay communication.

NOTE: System name on CONSULT : EPS/DAST 3