Diagnosis System

POWER ASSIST SYSTEMS: POWER STEERING SYSTEM: DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM

1. CHECK DLC3

(a) Check the DLC3 General Information.

2. FUNCTION OF P/S WARNING LIGHT

(a) When a malfunction is detected in the power steering system, the P/S warning light on the accessory meter comes on to inform the driver of the malfunction.





HINT
When power assist is stopped or reduced, the P/S warning light comes on.

Power assist is stopped:

* When a malfunction occurs in the power steering system (including lost CAN communication etc.)
* When the engine stalls (not a malfunction)
* During the period after the ignition switch is turned to ON until the engine is started (not a malfunction)
Power assist is reduced:

* When a malfunction occurs in the power steering system (including lost CAN communication etc.)
* When the battery voltage decreases (not a malfunction)
3. CHECK P/S WARNING LIGHT

(a) Check that the P/S warning light comes on when the ignition switch is turned to ON and goes off in approximately 3 seconds.

(b) If the warning light remains on, refer to PS Warning Light Remains ON PS Warning Light Remains ON.