EPS System: Fail-safe
EPS system
- EPS system enters the fail-safe mode (that allows the steering force to be controlled without impairing the driveability) if any of the input/output values to/from EPS system (power steering control unit) deviate from the standard range.
- The power steering control unit controls the driving voltage to the power steering solenoid valve for maintaining the power steering assist force when the fail-safe function is activated. (The engine speed signals control EPS system if any vehicle speed signal error is detected.)
| Error area and root cause | Cancel condition |
|---|---|
| Engine speed is 1, 500 rpm or more and there is no vehicle speed signal input for over 10 seconds during vehicle travel. |
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| Vehicle speed signal has abruptly dropped from 30 km/h (19 MPH) or more to 2 km/h (1.2 MPH) or less within 1.4 seconds. |