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 value needs to be transferred from the existing power steering control module over to the new power steering control module using the SPS Electric Power Steering Setup Procedure.

Conditions for Running the DTC

The ignition is ON.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

The thermal cycle counter value does not meet the system requirement.

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 Sunshade - Left (D6I)
Description and Operation

Power Steering System Description and Operation (Hydraulic Power Steering) Power Steering System (Hydraulic Power Steering)Power Steering System Description and Operation (Electronic Power Steering) Power Steering System (Electronic Power Steering)
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 Control Module References for scan tool information

Circuit/System Verification

1. Ignition ON.
2. Verify that DTC C0569 3A is not set.

• If the DTC is set, perform Power Steering Control Module Programming and Setup Power Steering Control Module Programming and Setup. If the DTC resets, replace the steering gear.

Repair Instructions

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

* Steering Gear Replacement Steering Gear Replacement
* Power Steering Assist Motor Replacement Service and Repair for power steering control module replacement
* Control Module References Control Module References for power steering control module replacement, programming and setup