Diagnostics Item 7

DIAGNOSTIC ITEM 7: Diagnose when the scan tool cannot receive the data sent by steering wheel sensor.

CAUTION:
When servicing a CAN bus line, ground yourself by touching a metal object such as an unpainted water pipe. If you fail to do so, a component connected to the CAN bus line may be damaged.


















FUNCTION

If the scan tool MB991958 cannot communicate with the steering wheel sensor, this diagnosis result will be set.

TROUBLE JUDGMENT CONDITIONS

If a communication flag is not set for the steering wheel sensor, the ETACS-ECU determines that there is a failure.

TROUBLESHOOTING HINTS

- Malfunction of the connector [joint connector (CAN2) or steering wheel sensor connector improperly connected]
- Malfunction of the wiring harness [open circuit between the steering wheel sensor and the joint connector (CAN2), power supply circuit to the steering wheel sensor]
- Malfunction of the steering wheel sensor

DIAGNOSIS

Required Special Tools:

- MB991223: Harness Set
- MB992006: Extra Fine Probe

STEP 1. Check joint connector (CAN2) C-104 and steering wheel sensor connector C-209 for loose, corroded or damaged terminals, or terminals pushed back in the connector.

CAUTION:
The strand end of the twisted wire should be within 10 cm (4 inches) from the connector. For details refer to Precautions When CAN Bus Line(s) are Repaired.

Q. Are joint connector (CAN2) C-104 and steering wheel sensor connector C-209 in good condition?

YES Go to Step 2.
NO Repair the damaged parts.
STEP 2. Check the wiring harness between joint connector (CAN2) C-104 and steering wheel sensor connector C-209 for open circuit.

CAUTION:
Strictly observe the specified wiring harness repair procedure.
For details refer to Precautions When CAN Bus Line(s) are Repaired.

(1)Disconnect joint connector (CAN2) C-104 and steering wheel sensor connector C-209, and check the wiring harness.





(2)Check the wiring harness between joint connector (CAN2) C-104 (terminal 10) and steering wheel sensor connector C-209 (terminal 3)
OK: Continuity exists (2ohms or less)






(3)Check the wiring harness between joint connector (CAN2) C-104 (terminal 21) and steering wheel sensor connector C-209 (terminal 4)
OK: Continuity exists (2ohms or less)

Q. Is the wiring harness between joint connector (CAN2) C-104 and steering wheel sensor connector C-209 in good condition?

YES Check the power supply circuit of the steering wheel sensor. Active Stability Control System (ASC).

NO Repair the wiring harness between joint connector (CAN2) C-104 and steering wheel sensor connector C-209.