Fail-Safe Chart

POWER STEERING: POWER STEERING SYSTEM: FAIL-SAFE CHART

When a problem occurs in the power steering system, the PS warning light on the combination meter comes on, and the ECU stops the steering power assist, maintains the amount of power assist constant, or reduces the amount of power assist to protect the system.





HINT
The amount of power assist may be decreased to prevent the motor and ECUs from overheating if the steering wheel is continuously turned when the vehicle is either stopped or driven at a low speed, or if the steering wheel is kept at either full lock position for a long time. In such cases, the amount of power assist returns to normal if the steering wheel is not turned for approximately 10 minutes with the engine idling.