DTC U2001: Reduced System Function

2022 Ford Transit-350 HD Base, Van Cargo Extended, 3.5L Eng VIN 8, AWDSECTION DTC U2001: Reduced System Function
Failure Action
02 This DTC is informational only and is used in the factory for system check at the end of assembly. SET the ignition to ON and, using a diagnostic scan tool, CARRY OUT the SASM Module Reset routine. Using a diagnostic scan tool, CLEAR the SECM DTCs. SET the ignition to OFF and then START the engine and WAIT at least 20 seconds for the SECM to wake up and test the adaptive steering system. Using a diagnostic scan tool, CARRY OUT the SECM self-test. If the DTC returns, INSTALL a new SASM-clockspring assembly. REFER to the Supplemental Restraint System article.
53 GO to PINPOINT TEST J 
68 This DTC sets when the SASM receives a temperature fault from the SASM. SET the ignition to OFF and WAIT at least 5 minutes. SET the ignition to ON and, using a diagnostic scan tool, CARRY OUT the SASM Module Reset routine. Using a diagnostic scan tool, CLEAR the SECM DTCs. SET the ignition to OFF and then START the engine and WAIT at least 20 seconds for the SECM to wake up and test the adaptive steering system. Using a diagnostic scan tool, CARRY OUT the SECM self-test. If the DTC returns, INSTALL a new SASM-clockspring assembly. REFER to the Supplemental Restraint System article.
92 GO to PINPOINT TEST K 
98 This DTC sets when the SASM temperature equals or exceeds 93 degrees C (199 degrees F). SET the ignition to OFF and WAIT at least 5 minutes. SET the ignition to ON and, using a diagnostic scan tool, CARRY OUT the SASM Module Reset routine. Using a diagnostic scan tool, CLEAR the SECM DTCs. SET the ignition to OFF and then START the engine and WAIT at least 20 seconds for the SECM to wake up and test the adaptive steering system. Using a diagnostic scan tool, CARRY OUT the SECM self-test. If the DTC returns, INSTALL a new SASM-clockspring assembly. REFER to the Supplemental Restraint System article.
9A This DTC sets when there are DTCs set in the PSCM. DIAGNOSE the PSCM DTCs. REFER to the Power Steering article.
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