Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Information EPS-0053

Condition 

Fig 1: Identifying Electric Power Steering Module (EPS)

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The electrical power steering module (EPS) monitors the internal memory function of the control module.

The diagnostic trouble code (DTC) is stored if the electrical power steering module (EPS) registers that reading from or storing data to the internal EEPROM for the control module is not functioning correctly.

The diagnostic trouble code (DTC) can be diagnosed when the ignition is switched on.

Substitute Value 

• No power steering effect.

Possible Source 

• Damaged electrical power steering module (EPS).

Fault symptom[s] 

• No or weak power steering effect
• General warning lamp lit
• Messages in the display.