Power Steering

DTC C0569

Diagnostic Instructions

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

DTC Descriptor
DTC C0569 3A
- System Configuration Incorrect Component Installed

Circuit/System Description

The power steering control module continuously monitors the thermal cycle counter of the steering gear. If the power steering control module is replaced, the thermal cycle counter needs to be copied from the existing power steering control module over to the new power steering control module using the SPS Electric Power Steering Setup Procedure. If there is no communication with the power steering control module, replace the steering gear.

Conditions for Running the DTC

The ignition is ON.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

The thermal cycle counter needs to be copied from the existing power steering control module over to the new power steering control module using the SPS Electric Power Steering Setup Procedure.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

* DTC C0569 is stored in memory.
* The driver information center displays the SERVICE POWER STEERING warning message.
* No Steering assist.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

* A current DTC will clear on the next malfunction free ignition cycle.
* A history DTC will clear after 40 consecutive malfunction free ignition cycles.

Reference Information
Schematic Reference

Power Steering Schematics (Electrical Diagrams)
Connector End View Reference

Component Connector End Views (Connector End Views By Name)
Description and Operation

Power Steering System Description and Operation (Power Steering System)
Electrical Information Reference

* Circuit Testing (Circuit Testing)
* Connector Repairs (Connector Repairs)
* Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections (Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections)
* Wiring Repairs (Wiring Repairs)

Scan Tool Reference

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

Circuit/System Verification

1. Verify that DTC C0569 3A is not set.

• If the DTC is set, reprogram the power steering control module. If the DTC resets, replace the steering gear.

2. Replace the K43 Power Steering Control Module.

Repair Instructions

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

* Steering Gear Replacement (Steering Gear Replacement)
* Control Module References (Programming and Relearning)for power steering control module replacement, setup, and programming