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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. Service and Repair

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.