INSPECTION PROCEDURE

HINT:

This problem may be caused by a malfunction in the vehicle stability control system or steering system.

Make sure that no DTC is output for the skid control ECU or steering control ECU before proceeding with the following procedures.

If a DTC is output for either of these ECUs, first troubleshoot it and then proceed to the troubleshooting below.

PROCEDURE

(a) Use the Data List to check if the record of overheat is functioning properly.

VGRS

Result

HINT:

If "Rec" is displayed, reset the setting to "Unrec". Enter the VGRS menu on the Techstream, select record clearance, and follow the prompts to set to "Unrec".

A

(a) Turn the engine switch on (IG) and wait for 30 minutes until the steering actuator cools down.

(b) Start the engine and slowly turn the steering wheel from lock to lock (approximately 90°/sec.) 3 times.

HINT:

If turning the steering wheel quickly while driving at low speeds, the steering angle may differ between the left and right, or the steering wheel may become off-center.

However, this is not a malfunction.

(c) Check the number of turns from lock to lock.

Result

A

(a) Start the engine.

(b) Turn the steering wheel.

(c) Measure the steering effort.

Standard steering effort:

Below 6.9 N*m (70 kgf*cm, 61 in.*lbf)

HINT:

After completing the inspection or repair, attempt to simulate the problem and then perform "Read Value Using Techstream" above again to reconfirm that the problem does not occur.

OK

(a) Check for abnormal noise or vibration in the steering actuator.

OK:

Neither abnormal noise nor vibration occurs.

OK

(a) Measure the voltage according to the value(s) in the table below.

Standard Voltage:

(b) Turn the engine switch off.

(c) Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.

Standard Resistance:

OK