EPS SYSTEM : System Description
SYSTEM DIAGRAM
INPUT/OUTPUT SIGNAL
Communicates the signal from each control unit via CAN communication.
EPS WARNING LAMP INDICATION
CAUTION: EPS warning lamp also turns ON due to data reception error, CAN communication error etc.
EPS SYSTEM : Fail-Safe
EPS SYSTEM : Protection Function
EPS control unit decreases the output signal to EPS motor while extremely using the power steering function (e.g., full steering) consecutively for protecting EPS motor and EPS control unit (Overload protection control).
While activating overload protection control, the assist torque gradually decreases, and the steering wheel turning force becomes heavy. The normal assist torque reactivates by no steering.
CONSULT Function FUNCTION CONSULT can display each diagnostic item using the diagnostic test modes shown following. *: The following diagnosis information is erased by erasing. ...
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) off switch
The vehicle should be driven with the VDC system
on for most driving conditions.
If the vehicle is stuck in mud or snow, the VDC
system reduces the engine output to reduce
wheel spin. The engine speed will be reduced
even if the accelerator is depressed to the floor. If
maximum engine po ...
If your vehicle overheats
If your vehicle is overheating (indicated by an
extremely high temperature gauge reading (if so
equipped), a red high temperature warning light
(if so equipped) ), or if you feel a
lack of
engine power, detect abnormal noise, etc. take
the following steps.
WARNING
Do not continue to driv ...