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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2003TRAILBLAZER 4.2 S, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1691 (POWER STEERING SYSTEM)DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION AND PROCEDURESDTC C0545TEST DESCRIPTION
2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WD

Test Description

2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WDSECTION Test Description
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Saturn Vue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

The number below refers to the step number on the diagnostic table.

  1. 2:  Tests the torque sensor in its active state.
DTC C0545

Step Action Values Yes No
Schematic Reference: Power Steering System Schematics 
Connector End View Reference: Power Steering System Connector End Views 
1 Did you perform the Power Steering Diagnostic System Check? - Go to Step 2  Go to Diagnostic System Check - Power Steering System 
2 
  1. Install a scan tool
  2. Start the engine.
  3. With the scan tool, observe the Torque Sensor Main data parameter in the EPS Data List 2.
  4. Turn the steering wheel 90 degrees to the right and hold the steering wheel position.
Does the scan tool indicate that the Torque Sensor Main data parameter changes state wile turning the steering wheel and is less than the specified value?		 17.2 N.m (12.6 lb ft) Go to Diagnostic Aids Go to Step 3 
3 Replace the EPS assembly. Refer to Steering Column Replacement in Steering Wheel and Column.
Did you complete the repair?		 - Go to Step 4  -
4
  1. Use the scan tool in order to clear the DTCs.
  2. Operate the vehicle within the Conditions for Running the DTC.
Does the DTC reset?		 - Go to Step 2  System OK
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