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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2005TAURUS SEL, 4D SEDANREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 330 (STEERING SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION)DIAGNOSIS AND TESTINGSTEERING SYSTEM - HYBRIDPOWER STEERING CONTROL MODULE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) INDEX
2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D Sedan
Power Steering Control Module Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Index
2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D SedanSECTION Power Steering Control Module Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Index
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mercury Mariner and 2006 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
POWER STEERING CONTROL MODULE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) INDEX
| DTCs | Description | Source | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| B1317 | Battery Voltage High | Power Steering Control Module | REFER to HIGH VOLTAGE TRACTION BATTERY . |
| B1318 | Battery Voltage Low | Power Steering Control Module | REFER to HIGH VOLTAGE TRACTION BATTERY . |
| B1342 | ECU is Faulted | Power Steering Control Module | CLEAR the DTCs. CYCLE the ignition switch to the OFF position for 3 seconds. REPEAT the self-test. If DTC B1342 is retrieved again, INSTALL a new power steering control module. REFER to REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION . |
| B2277 | Electric Power Steering Motor Malfunction | Power Steering Control Module | GO to PINPOINT TEST H . |
| B2278 | Steering Shaft Torque Sensor Malfunction | Power Steering Control Module | GO to PINPOINT TEST H . |
| B2477 | Module Configuration Failure | Power Steering Control Module | REFER to MODULE CONFIGURATION . |
| C1778 | Power Steering Failure | Power Steering Control Module | If DTC C2778 is present, REPAIR it first before proceeding. GO to PINPOINT TEST G . |
| C2791 | Power Steering Motor Wire Open | Power Steering Control Module | GO to PINPOINT TEST H . |
| C2792 | Electric Power Steering Motor Wire Short to Battery | Power Steering Control Module | GO to PINPOINT TEST H . |
| C2793 | Electric Power Steering Motor Wire Short to Ground | Power Steering Control Module | GO to PINPOINT TEST H . |
| C2794 | Electric Power Steering Motor Overheat Protection | Power Steering Control Module | Allow the vehicle to cool. CLEAR the DTCs. CYCLE the ignition switch to the OFF position for 3 seconds. REPEAT the self-test. |
| U1900 | CAN Communication Bus Fault - Receive Error | Power Steering Control Module | REFER to MODULE COMMUNICATIONS NETWORK . |
| U2197 | Invalid Vehicle Speed Data | Power Steering Control Module | REPAIR all other power steering control module DTCs before continuing diagnosis of DTC U2197. GO to PINPOINT TEST F . |
| U2499 | ECU Overheat Protection | Power Steering Control Module | Allow the vehicle to cool. CLEAR the DTCs. CYCLE the ignition switch to the OFF position for 3 seconds. CYCLE the ignition switch. REPEAT the self-test. |
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.