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Antilock Brake System (ABS): 1172






1172 - STEERING ANGLE SENSOR INTERNAL ERROR





When Monitored and Set Condition

- When Monitored: With the ignition on. The Controller Antilock Brake (CAB) monitors the status of the Steering Angle Sensor.
- Set Condition: The Controller Antilock Brake (CAB) will set this DTC if the Steering Angle Sensor sends an Internal Failure status to the CAB.





For a complete Antilock Brake System (ABS) Circuit Diagram Refer to BRAKES - SCHEMATICS And DIAGRAMS Schematics And Diagrams.



1. VISUALLY INSPECT COMPONENTS FOR DAMAGE AND CORRECT INSTALLATION

Visually inspect the Steering Angle Sensor for damage and correct installation.

Are there any visible Sensor concerns?

Yes

- Correct the sensor concerns as necessary.
- Perform ABS Verification Test. ABS Verification Test

No

- Go to 2


2. MONITOR THE CAB WITH THE DRB III(R)





With the DRB III(R), erase DTCs.

Start the engine.

With an assistant to drive, use the DRB III(R) to monitor the CAB module DTCs while performing road test.

Is the Steering Angle Sensor DTC set?

Yes

- Replace the Steering Angle Sensor.
- Perform ABS Verification Test. ABS Verification Test

No

- Inspect and repair the related wiring harness for a possible intermittent condition.
- Perform ABS Verification Test. ABS Verification Test