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.
DTC C1516/16: Torque Sensor Zero Point Adjustment Incomplete: Procedure
- CLEAR DTC
NEXT: Go to next step
- PERFORM INITIALIZATION (TORQUE SENSOR ZERO POINT)
NEXT: Go to next step
- PERFORM ZERO POINT CALIBRATION (TORQUE SENSOR)
NEXT: Go to next step
- CONFIRM DTC
- Check for DTCs. Refer to DTC CHECK / CLEAR
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Result
DTC still output even after performing torque sensor zero point calibration 3 times. A DTC still output even after performing torque sensor zero point calibration once or twice. B Normal system code output. C HINT:
The steering column assembly must be replaced if C1516/16 is still output even after the torque sensor zero point calibration is performed 3 times.
C → END
B → See step 1
A → REPLACE STEERING COLUMN ASSEMBLY
- Check for DTCs. Refer to DTC CHECK / CLEAR
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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.