Pinpoint Test C : The Adjustable Steering Column Operates In One Second Intervals When Using The Steering Column Control Switch (Jog Mode): Notes

2021 Ford Edge SE, 4WDSECTION Notes
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Refer to Adjustable Steering Column for schematic and connector information.

Normal Operation and Fault Conditions 

REFER to: Steering Column - System Operation and Component Description .

DTC Fault Trigger Conditions 

DTC Description Fault Trigger Conditions
B12A7:11 Steering Column Tilt Sensor A: Circuit Short To Ground This DTC sets in continuous memory and on-demand if the DSM detects a short to battery voltage on the telescopic sensor feedback circuit.
B12A7:12 Steering Column Tilt Sensor A: Circuit Short To Battery This DTC sets in continuous memory and on-demand if the DSM detects a short to ground on the telescopic sensor feedback circuit.
B12A8:11 Steering Column Telescope Sensor A: Circuit Short To Ground This DTC sets in continuous memory and on-demand if the DSM detects a short to battery voltage on the tilt sensor feedback circuit.
B12A8:12 Steering Column Telescope Sensor A: Circuit Short To Battery This DTC sets in continuous memory and on-demand if the DSM detects a short to ground on the tilt sensor feedback circuit.
B1375:31 Steering Column Tilt Motor: No Signal This DTC sets when the DSM senses the tilt motor circuit current draw is above a specified threshold when the driver is active.
B137E:31 Steering Column Telescope Motor: No Signal This DTC sets when the DSM senses the telescope motor circuit current draw is above a specified threshold when the driver is active.

Possible Sources 

  • Wiring, terminals or connectors
  • Adjustable steering column tilt motor sensor (serviced with tilt motor)
  • Adjustable steering column telescopic motor sensor (serviced with steering column)
  • DSM
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