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Steering Angle Sensor: Testing and Inspection

STEERING ANGLE SENSOR INSPECTION
1. Remove the column cover.





2. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position and measure the voltage between steering angle sensor terminal A and ground. If there is any malfunction, inspect the wiring harness between steering angle sensor terminal A and DSC HU/CM terminal AB. Repair or replace if necessary.
Standard voltage B+
3. Measure the voltage between steering angle sensor terminal D and ground. If there is any malfunction, inspect the wiring harness between steering angle sensor terminal D and DSC HU/CM terminal AH. Repair or replace if necessary.
Standard voltage 0 V
4. Turn the ignition switch off.
5. Connect the M-MDS to the DLC-2.





6. Select the "SWA-POS" PID.
7. Verify the SWA-POS changes when the steering wheel is turned to the left and right.
^ If there is any malfunction, replace the steering angle sensor.
Standard
When the steering wheel is turned to the left: SWA-POS changes positively.
When the steering wheel is turned to the right: SWA-POS changes negatively.