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Description And Operation: Operation

NOTE WITH REGARD TO DIAGNOSIS

Trouble factor Check item Trouble Symptom Explanation Note
Drop, impact, and overload Motor Abnormal noise Visible or invisible damage may occur. The steering wheel may pull to one side when dropped parts are used. Precise parts of motor/ECU are sensitive to vibration and impact. Overload may cause unexpected damage. Do not use the impacted MDPS.
ECU Circuit damage Do not overload each part.
Wrong welding point  
Broken PCB  
Damaged precise parts  
Torque sensor Insufficient steering effort Overload to INPUT shaft can cause malfunction of the torque sensor Do not impact the connecting parts (when inserting and torquing).
Use the specified tool to remove the steering wheel. (Do not hammer on it.)
Do not use the impacted MDPS.
Shaft Insufficient steering effort (Uneven between LH and RH)   Do not use impacted MDPS
Pull/Dent Harness Malfunctioning Disconnection between harness connecting portion and harness Do not overload the harness
Power operation impossible
Malfunction of MDPS
Abnormal storage temperature Motor/ECU Abnormal steering effort by improper operation of the motor/ECU Waterproof at normal condition Maintain normal storage temperature and humidity.
Even a slight moisture can cause malfunction in precise parts of the motor/ECU Avoid submerging in water.
NOTE:
  • Do not impact the electronic parts. If they are dropped or impacted, replace them with new ones.
  • Avoid heat and moisture to the electronic parts.
  • Do not contact the connect terminal to avoid deformation and static electricity.
  • Do not impact the motor and torque sensor parts. If they are dropped or impacted, replace them with new ones.
  • The connector should be disconnected or connected with ignition OFF.