Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2012 Kia Forte LX, Automatic TransFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Power Steering DTCS
POWER STEERING DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) LIST
| DTC | Description |
|---|---|
| DTC C1101 | Battery Voltage High |
| DTC C1102 | Battery Voltage Low |
| DTC C1103 | Ignition Voltage Fault |
| DTC C1259 | Steering Angle Sensor - Electrical Malfunction |
| DTC C1261 | Steering Angle Sensor Not Calibrated |
| DTC C1290 | Torque Sensor Main Signal Fail |
| DTC C1603 | Darting (EPS Thermal Protection) |
| DTC C1604 | ECU Hardware Error |
| DTC C1616 | CAN Bus Off |
| DTC C1617 | EMS Invalid Engine Speed |
| DTC C1611 | CAN Time-Out ECM |
| DTC C1700 | Byte Coding Error |
| DTC C1702 | Variant Coding Error |
| DTC C1704 | ECU Fail-Safe Relay Fail |
| DTC C1705 | ECU Precharge Circuit Fault |
| DTC C2101 | Motor Relay Circuit |
| DTC C2400 | Motor Fault - Motor Not Running |
| DTC C2401 | Motor Circuit |
| DTC C2412 | Motor Short Or Open |
| DTC C2413 | Motor Current Fail (Current Over) |
Factory Service Tools
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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.