Power Steering System

2012 Lexus CT 200h L4-1.8L (2ZR-FXE) HybridSECTION Power Steering System




POWER ASSIST SYSTEMS: POWER STEERING SYSTEM: EPS Warning Light Circuit
- EPS Warning Light Circuit

DESCRIPTION

If the power steering ECU assembly detects a malfunction, the P/S warning light comes on. At this time, the power steering ECU assembly stores a DTC in its memory.

WIRING DIAGRAM





INSPECTION PROCEDURE

NOTICE:
If the steering column assembly or power steering ECU assembly has been replaced, perform rotation angle sensor value initialization and torque sensor zero point calibration Programming and Relearning.

PROCEDURE

1. CHECK FOR DTC (CAN COMMUNICATION SYSTEM)

(a) Check for DTCs Diagnosis System.

OK:

DTC is not output.

NG -- GO TO CAN COMMUNICATION SYSTEM How to Proceed With Troubleshooting
OK -- Continue to next step.

2. CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (POWER STEERING ECU ASSEMBLY - BODY GROUND)

(a) Disconnect the connectors from the power steering ECU assembly.





(b) Measure the voltage according to the value(s) in the table below.

Standard Voltage:





(c) Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.

Standard Resistance:





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NG -- REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR
OK -- Continue to next step.

3. PERFORM ACTIVE TEST USING TECHSTREAM

(a) Turn the power switch off.

(b) Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.

(c) Turn the power switch on (IG).

(d) Turn the Techstream on.

(e) Enter the following menus: Body Electrical / Combination Meter / Active Test.

(f) Perform the Active Test of the combination meter assembly using the Techstream.

Combination Meter





(g) Check that the P/S warning light operates in accordance with the Active Test.

HINT
Reconnect the connectors and restore the vehicle to the condition it was in before checking the combination meter assembly.

NG -- REPLACE COMBINATION METER ASSEMBLY Removal

OK -- REPLACE POWER STEERING ECU ASSEMBLY Removal
RENDER: 1.0x

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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