Power Steering

DTC C0561

Diagnostic Instructions

* Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle (Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview) prior to using this diagnostic procedure.
* Review Strategy Based Diagnosis (Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview) for an overview of the diagnostic approach.
* Diagnostic Procedure Instructions (Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview) provide an overview of each diagnostic category.



DTC Descriptor
DTC C0561 71
- System Disabled Information Stored Invalid Serial Data Received




Circuit/System Description

The power steering control module (PSCM) monitors vehicle speed validity message from the engine control module (ECM) via the serial data circuit. The PSCM uses this vehicle speed message, along with the torque sensor and motor rotational sensor inputs, to determine the desired amount of steering assist.


Conditions for Running the DTC

The ignition is ON.


Conditions for Setting the DTC

The PSCM receives an invalid, or no vehicle speed message from the ECM.


Actions Taken When DTC Sets

* DTC C0561 71 is stored in memory.
* The driver information center (DIC) displays the SERVICE POWER STEERING warning message.
* Steering assist level defaults to 120 km/h (74.5 mph) vehicle speed level of assist.



Conditions for Clearing the DTC

* A current DTC will clear on the next malfunction free ignition cycle.
* A history DTC will clear after 100 consecutive malfunction-free ignition cycles.



Reference Information
Schematic Reference

Power Steering Schematics (Electrical Diagrams)
Connector End View Reference

Component Connector End Views (Connector Views)
Description and Operation

Power Steering System Description and Operation (non-turbo) ()Power Steering System Description and Operation (turbo) (Description and Operation)
Electrical Information Reference

* Circuit Testing (Component Tests and General Diagnostics)
* Connector Repairs (Component Tests and General Diagnostics)
* Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections (Component Tests and General Diagnostics)
* Wiring Repairs (Component Tests and General Diagnostics)

Scan Tool Reference

Control Module References (Programming and Relearning) for scan tool information


Circuit/System Verification

Verify there are no speed sensor related DTCs set in the ECM.

If any speed sensor related DTCs are set, refer to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List - Vehicle (Diagnostic Trouble Code Descriptions) .



Repair Instructions

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification (Verification Tests) after completing the diagnostic procedure.