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Diagnostic Test

  1. VERIFY THE DTC IS ACTIVE 
    NOTE:

    This DTC must be active for the results of this test to be valid.

    1. Ignition on.
    2. With the scan tool, read and record DTCs on vehicle work order.
    3. With the scan tool, erase DTCs.
    4. Start the engine and run for two minutes.
    5. Turn the steering wheel from stop to stop.
    6. With the scan tool, read the EPS DTCs.

      Is the DTC active at this time?

      Yes 

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      No 

      • The condition or conditions that originally set this DTC are not present at this time. Using the appropriate SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAMS as a guide, check all related splices and connectors for signs of water intrusion, corrosion, pushed out or bent terminals, and correct pin tension and repair as necessary. If no problems are found, test complete.
      • Perform the EPS VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to EPS VERIFICATION TEST  .
  2. (A951) FUSED B(+) CIRCUIT SHORTED TO GROUND 
    1. Turn the ignition off.
    2. Remove the F1 70A Fuse from the PDC.
    3. Disconnect the EPS Module C1 harness connector.
    4. Measure the resistance between ground and the (A951) Fused B(+) circuit in the EPS Module harness connector.

      Is the resistance above 100 Ohms?

      Yes 

      • Replace the Electric Power Steering (EPS) Module in accordance with Service Information. Refer to GEAR, REMOVAL .
      • Perform the EPS VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to EPS VERIFICATION TEST  .

      No 

      • Repair the (A951) Fused B(+) circuit for a short to ground.
      • Perform the BODY VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to BODY VERIFICATION TEST .