Caution / Notice / Hint

2018 Toyota Prius Two EcoSECTION Caution / Notice / Hint

The necessary procedures (adjustment, calibration, initialization, or registration) that must be performed after parts are removed, installed, or replaced during steering sensor removal/installation are shown below.

NECESSARY PROCEDURES AFTER PARTS REMOVED/INSTALLED/REPLACED

Replaced Part or Performed Procedure Necessary Procedure Effect/Inoperative Function when Necessary Procedure not Performed Link
Auxiliary battery terminal is disconnected/reconnected Memorize steering angle neutral point Lane Tracing Assist System Refer to INITIALIZATION [07/2020 - ]
Intelligent Clearance Sonar System
Simple Advanced Parking Guidance System
Pre-collision System
AFS (Adaptive Front-lighting System)
Initialize back door lock Power Door Lock Control System Refer to INITIALIZATION [11/2015 - ]
Replacement of steering sensor Steering angle neutral point (Initialize intelligent clearance sonar system)
  • Intelligent clearance sonar system
  • Simple advanced parking guidance system
Refer to CALIBRATION [12/2018 - ]


NOTE:

If both the spiral cable sub-assembly and the steering sensor are malfunctioning, replace them with a new spiral cable with sensor sub-assembly.

RENDER: 1.0x

NO RELATED

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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.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.