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DTC Diagnosis Procedure

  1. PERFORM ABS ACTUATOR AND ELECTRIC UNIT (CONTROL UNIT) SELF DIAGNOSTIC RESULT 
    1. SYMBOL CONSULT
      1. Ignition switch ON.
      2. Select "Self Diagnostic Result" mode of "ABS".

    Is any DTC detected?

    YES>>

    Check the DTC. Refer to DTC Index .

    NO>>

    GO TO 2.

  2. CHECK CONNECTOR AND TERMINAL 
      1. Ignition switch OFF.
      2. Disconnect ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) connector.
      3. Disconnect EPS control unit connector.
      4. Check the connectors for disconnection or looseness.
      5. Check the pin terminals for damage or loose connection with harness connectors.

    Is the inspection result normal?

    YES>>

    GO TO 3.

    NO>>

    Repair or replace harness, connector, or terminal, securely lock the connector.

  3. PERFORM SELF DIAGNOSTIC RESULT 
    1. SYMBOL CONSULT
      1. Connect ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) connector.
      2. Connect EPS control unit connectors.
      3. Ignition switch ON.
      4. Erase "Self Diagnostic Result" mode of "EPS/DAST 3".
      5. Ignition switch OFF and wait for at least 10 seconds.
      6. Ignition switch ON.
      7. Select "Self Diagnostic Result" mode of "EPS/DAST 3".

    Is DTC "C1609" detected?

    YES>>

    EPS control unit is malfunctioning. Replace steering gear assembly. Refer to EPS CONTROL UNIT : Removal and Installation .

    NO>>

    Check pin terminal and connection of each harness connector for malfunctioning conditions.