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2009-10 STEERING EPS (Electrical Power Steering) - Fit
2009-10 STEERING
EPS (Electrical Power Steering) - Fit
COMPONENT LOCATION INDEX
Fig. 1: Identifying EPS Replacement Components

Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION
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EPS INDICATOR
Under normal conditions, the EPS indicator (A) comes on when the ignition switch is turned to ON (II), then
goes off after the engine is started. This indicates that the LED and its circuit are operating correctly. If there is
a failure in the system after the engine is started, the EPS indicator will stay on, and the power assist is turned
off or restricted.
Fig. 2: Identifying EPS Indicator

When the EPS indicator comes on, the control unit memorizes the DTC. In this case, the control unit will not
activate the EPS system after the engine starts again, but it keeps the EPS indicator on.
When a problem is detected and the EPS indicator comes on, there are cases when the indicator stays on until
the ignition switch is turned to LOCK (0), and cases when the indicator goes off automatically when the system
returns to normal. Even though the system is operating normally, the EPS indicator will come on under some
conditions with the vehicle stopped and the engine at high rpm with constant input from the steering wheel.
To determine the actual cause of the problem, question the customer about the conditions during which the
problem occurred, taking the above conditions into consideration.
DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC)
z If the CPU cannot be activated, or it fails, the EPS indicator comes on, but the DTC is not memorized.
z The memory can hold any number of DTCs. However, when the same DTC is detected more than once,
the most recent DTC is written over the prior DTC, therefore only one occurrence is memorized.
z The lowest DTC is indicated first. The DTCs are indicated in ascending order, not in the order that they
occurred.
z The DTCs are stored in the EEPROM (nonvolatile memory) therefore the memorized DTCs cannot be
erased by disconnecting the battery. Do the specified procedures to clear the DTCs.
SELF-DIAGNOSIS
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Self-diagnosis can be classified into three categories:
z Initial diagnosis: Done right after the engine starts and until the EPS indicator goes off.
z Regular diagnosis: Done right after the initial diagnosis until the ignition switch is turned to LOCK (0).
z Steering diagnosis: Done during regular diagnosis while turning the steering wheel.
The EPS control unit does these functions when a problem is detected by self-diagnosis:
1. Turns on the EPS indicator.

2. Memorizes the DTC.
3. Stops power assist and manual steering operation resumes.
NOTE: For DTCs 11-02, 12-01, 21-03, 23-02, 23-04, and 38-01 the EPS indicator will
go off automatically, and the system returns to normal.
RESTRICTION ON POWER ASSIST OPERATION
Repeated extreme steering force, such as turning the steering wheel continuously back-and-forth with the
vehicle stopped, causes an increase in electrical current draw by in the EPS motor. The increase of electric
current causes the EPS motor to heat up. Because this heat adversely affects the system, the control unit
monitors the electric current draw of the EPS motor.
When the control unit detects heat build-up in the EPS motor, it reduces the electric current to the EPS motor
gradually to protect the system, and it restricts the power assist operation. The EPS indicator does not come on
during this function.
When steering torque is not applied to the steering wheel, or when the ignition is turned to LOCK (0) and the
EPS motor cools, the control unit will restore the power assist gradually until it's fully restored (after about 10
minutes).
HOW TO TROUBLESHOOT DTCS
The troubleshooting procedures assume that the cause of the problem is still present and the EPS indicator is
still on. Following the procedure when the EPS indicator does not come on can result in incorrect diagnosis.
1. Question the customer about the conditions when the problem occurred, and try to reproduce the same
conditions for troubleshooting. Find out when the EPS indicator came on, such as while turning, after
turning, when the vehicle was at a certain speed, etc.
2. When the EPS indicator does not come on during the test-drive, but troubleshooting is done based on the
DTC, check for loose connectors, poor terminal contact, etc., in the affected circuit before you start
troubleshooting.
3. After troubleshooting, clear the DTC and test-drive the vehicle. Be sure the EPS indicator does not come
on.
HOW TO USE THE HDS (HONDA DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM)
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1. If the system indicators stay on, connect the HDS to the data link connector (DLC) (A) located under the
driver's side of the dashboard.
Fig. 3: Identifying Data Link Connector

2. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).

3. Make sure the HDS communicates with the vehicle and the EPS control unit. If it doesn't, troubleshoot
the DLC circuit (see DLC CIRCUIT TROUBLESHOOTING ).
4. Check the diagnostic trouble code (DTC) for all systems, and note it. Then refer to the indicated DTC's
troubleshooting, and do the appropriate troubleshooting procedure.
NOTE: z The HDS reads the DTC, the current data, and other system data.
z For specific operations, refer to the Help menu that came with the
HDS.
HOW TO RETRIEVE DTCS
1. With the ignition switch in LOCK (0), connect the HDS to the data link connector (DLC) under the
4. Follow the prompts on the HDS to display the DTC(s) on the screen. After determining the DTC, refer to
DTC TROUBLESHOOTING.
Do the all systems DTC check, and troubleshoot any powertrain DTCs first.
5. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).
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HOW TO CLEAR DTCS
1. With the ignition switch in LOCK (0), connect the HDS to the data link connector (DLC) under the
4. Clear the DTC(s) by following the screen prompts on the HDS.
DTC TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX

DTC TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX
DTC Description
11-02 Battery Voltage (Initial Diagnosis/Regular Diagnosis)
12-01 Motor Power Supply Voltage (Regular Diagnosis)
21-03 F-CAN Vehicle Speed Stuck ON (Regular Diagnosis)
22-01 Engine Speed Signal (Initial Diagnosis/Regular Diagnosis)
23-01 F-CAN Data Stuck ON (Initial Diagnosis/Regular Diagnosis)
23-02 F-CAN Vehicle Speed Data (Initial Diagnosis/Regular Diagnosis)
23-03 F-CAN Engine Speed Signal Data (Initial Diagnosis/Regular Diagnosis)
23-04 F-CAN Bus-off Malfunction (Initial Diagnosis/Regular Diagnosis)
32-09 Motor Current Correlation (Initial Diagnosis/Regular Diagnosis)
32-0B Over Current (Initial Diagnosis/Regular Diagnosis)
32-0C Battery Current Detect Circuit (Initial Diagnosis)
32-0E Over Current Continuation (Regular Diagnosis)
32-0F Battery Current/Motor Current Correlation (Regular Diagnosis)
34-01 Power Relay Stuck ON (Initial Diagnosis)
34-02 Fail-safe Relay Stuck ON (Initial Diagnosis)
35-01 EPS Control Unit Internal Circuit (CPU) (Initial Diagnosis/Regular
Diagnosis)
35-02 EPS Control Unit Internal Circuit (EEPROM1) (Initial Diagnosis/Regular
Diagnosis)
35-04 EPS Control Unit Internal Circuit (CPU Communication) (Initial
Diagnosis/Regular Diagnosis)
35-05 EPS Control Unit Internal Circuit (A/D Conversion) (Initial
35-08 EPS Control Unit Internal Circuit (EEPROM2) (Initial Diagnosis/Regular
Diagnosis)
35-0A EPS Control Unit Internal Circuit (CPU Operation Device) (Regular
Diagnosis)
36-02 EPS Control Unit Internal Circuit (INH Output Circuit) (Initial Diagnosis)
37-01 EPS Control Unit Internal Circuit (Step-up Circuit) (Initial
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38-01 EPS Control Unit Internal Circuit (Temperature Sensor) (Initial
39-01 EPS Control Unit Internal Circuit (Initial Diagnosis)
39-02 EPS Control Unit Internal Circuit (Initial Diagnosis)
39-03 EPS Control Unit Internal Circuit (IG Switch is OFF)
52-01 Torque Sensor Allowable Tolerance (Initial Diagnosis)
52-02 Torque Sensor Power Supply (Initial Diagnosis)
52-03 Main Torque Sensor (Regular Diagnosis)
52-04 Sub Torque Sensor (Regular Diagnosis)
52-05 Torque Sensor Allowable Tolerance (Control) (Regular Diagnosis)
52-06 Torque Sensor (Offset) (Regular Diagnosis)
52-07 Torque Sensor (Amplifier) (Regular Diagnosis)
52-08 Torque Sensor Power Supply (Control) (Regular Diagnosis)
61-04 Open in the Motor Harness (Initial Diagnosis)
61-05 Short in the Motor Harness (Initial Diagnosis)
61-06 Open in the Motor Harness (Control) (Regular Diagnosis)
71-01 EPS Motor Angle Sensor (SIN/COS Signals) (Initial Diagnosis/Regular
Diagnosis)
71-03 EPS Motor Angle Sensor (SIN/COS Signals) (Initial Diagnosis/Regular
Diagnosis)
71-04 EPS Motor Angle Sensor (Check Signals) (Initial Diagnosis/Regular
Diagnosis)
NOTE: z Initial diagnosis: Done right after the engine starts and until the EPS
indicator goes OFF.
z Regular diagnosis: Done right after the initial diagnosis until the ignition
switch is turned to LOCK (0).
SYMPTOM TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX

SYMPTOM TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX
Symptom Diagnostic procedure
HDS does not communicate with the EPS control Troubleshoot the DLC circuit (see DLC CIRCUIT
unit or the vehicle TROUBLESHOOTING )
EPS indicator does not come on Symptom Troubleshooting (see SYMPTOM
TROUBLESHOOTING )
EPS indicator does not go off, and no DTCs are Symptom Troubleshooting (see EPS INDICATOR
stored DOES NOT GO OFF, AND NO DTCS ARE
STORED )
EPS indicator is not on, no DTCs are stored, but 1. Check the EPS motor power wires between
there is no power assist or power assist is reduced the EPS control unit and the EPS motor for a
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short to body ground. Repair as needed.

2. If the EPS motor power wires are OK, replace
the EPS motor (short in the EPS motor) (see
EPS MOTOR REMOVAL AND
INSTALLATION ).
3. Check the power and body ground
connections at the EPS control unit.
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
EPS CONTROL UNIT INPUTS AND OUTPUTS FOR CONNECTOR A (11P)
TERMINAL DESCRIPTION TABLE

Terminal sign
Terminal Number Wire color (Terminal name) Description Signal
1 PUR IG-1 (Ignition 1) Power source for With ignition
Activating the system switch ON (II):
battery voltage
3 RED CAN-L (CAN-LO) CAN communication With ignition
Circuit switch ON(II):
Pulses (1.5-2.5 V)
5 WHT CAN-H (CAN-HI) CAN communication With ignition
Circuit switch ON(II):
Pulses (1.5-2.5 V)
6 PUR MG2 (Motor Ground for the EPS --
ground) Motor
7 BLU K-LINE (Data link Communicates with With service check
connector) HDS signal opened:
about 9-11 V
8 ORN MG1 (Motor Ground for the EPS --
ground) Motor
9 LT BLU NEP (Engine speed Detects engine Speed With engine
pulse) signal running: pulses
10 BLK PG (Power ground) Ground for the EPS Continuity to
control unit ground
11 WHT +B (Plus battery) Power source for the Battery voltage at
Actuator EPS motor all times
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Fig. 4: Identifying EPS Control Unit Inputs & Outputs For Connector A (11P)
EPS CONTROL UNIT INPUTS AND OUTPUTS FOR CONNECTOR B (16P)
TERMINAL DESCRIPTION TABLE

Terminal sign
Terminal Number Wire color (Terminal name) Description Signal
1 YEL Vcc (Voltage Power source for With engine
common) torque sensor running: about 10 V
2 BLU Main (main voltage) Detects torque Turn to the right:
sensor signal about 2.5-3.3 V
(increase)
Turn to the loft:
about 2.5-1.7 V
(decrease)
3 WHT SE (Sensor earth) Ground for the Continuity to ground
torque sensor
4 RED Sub (Sub voltage) Detects torque Turn to the right:
sensor signal about 2.5-1.7 V
(decrease)
Turn to the loft:
about 2.5-3.3 V
(increase)
5 GRN Vref (Reference Reference voltage With engine
voltage) for torque sensor running: about 3.3 V
7 GRN R1 (Motor angle Detects EPS motor With engine
sensor 1) angle sensor signal running: pulses (0-5
V)
8 GRY SG (Sealed ground) Ground for the --
sealed line
9 PNK R2 (Motor angle Detects EPS motor With engine
sensor 2) angle sensor signal running: pulses (0-5
V)
10 LT BLU S2 (Signal 2) Detects EPS motor With engine
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angle sensor signal running: pulses (0-5

V)
11 GRY S4 (Signal 4) Detects EPS motor With engine
V)
12 YEL S1 (Signal 1) Detects EPS motor With engine
V)
13 RED S3 (Signal 3) Detects EPS motor With engine
V)
14 BLU MV Drive the EPS --
motor
15 RED MU Drive the EPS --
motor
16 GRN MW Drive the EPS --
motor
Fig. 5: Identifying EPS Control Unit Inputs & Outputs For Connector B (16P)
SYSTEM OUTLINE
The Fit is equipped with electrical power steering (EPS). The driver's steering force is assisted by an electric
motor at the steering gear box, which uses an engine-driven oil pump to generate oil pressure, the EPS system
improves engine efficiency.
The EPS control unit monitors and controls the EPS motor's assisting force to match driving conditions.
z Low vehicle speeds: High power assist (for easy handling)

z High speed driving: Low power assist (for stable driving)
z Low speed to high speed driving: Change smoothly from high assist to low assist
Steering Gearbox
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The steering force from the steering wheel is sent to the pinion shaft. The torque sensor measures the difference
from the force applied to the pinion shaft and the resistance to turning the wheels due to road friction, and sends
a voltage signal to the EPS control unit. Based on this signal, the EPS control unit controls the current to the
EPS motor. The EPS motor shaft gear rotates the worm wheel gear which is part of the pinion shaft. This
becomes the assist force in the steering system.
Fig. 6: Identifying Steering Gearbox Replacement Components

SYSTEM OPERATION
The EPS control unit controls the EPS motor by these signals:
z Vehicle speed signal (from ECM/PCM)

z Engine speed signal (from ECM/PCM)
z EPS motor angle sensor signal
z Torque sensor signal
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At idle or low vehicle speeds, the EPS control unit sends a signal to the ECM/PCM to increase the engine idle
speed to prevent the engine from stalling.
When the EPS control unit detects a failure in the system, it stores a DTC, and, it sends a signal to the gauge
control module to turn the EPS indicator on.
Fig. 7: Identifying EPS Control Unit Communication Diagram

EPS MOTOR OPERATION
The EPS uses an efficient brushless DC type motor. The EPS motor control circuit is composed of a system
control CPU, FET drive circuit, H type FET bridge, power relay, fail-safe relay, electric current sensor, and the
EPS motor. From the input sensor signals, the CPU calculates and duty cycles outputs the appropriate three-
phase current for the FET drive circuit. This operation is duty controlled.
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Fig. 8: Identifying EPS Motor Operation Diagram

Power Relay (Built Into the EPS Control Unit)
When the system is operating normally, the CPU turns the power relay on, and the power is provided to the FET
bridge. When the CPU detects a failure in the system which has the demand to shut down the system, the CPU
turns the power relay off.
Fail-safe Relay (Built Into the EPS Control Unit)
When the system is operating normally, the CPU turns the fail-safe relay to on, and the power is provided to the
EPS motor. When the CPU detects a failure in the system which has the demand to shut down the system, the
CPU turns the fail-safe relay off at the same time it turns the power relay off. This relay is a fail-safe in the
event the power relay is faulty and does not turn off.
Electric Current Detection Circuit
An electric current detection circuit monitors the current of each phase circuit to the motor, and sends a signal to
the CPU.
CIRCUIT DIAGRAM
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Fig. 9: Identifying EPS Circuit Diagram (1 Of 3)

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DTC TROUBLESHOOTING
DTC 11-02: BATTERY VOLTAGE (INITIAL DIAGNOSIS/REGULAR DIAGNOSIS)

2. Clear the DTC with the HDS.
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4. Start the engine.

5. Wait at least 30 seconds.
6. Check for DTCs with the HDS.
Is the DTC 11-02 indicated?
YES - Go to step 7.
NO - Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time. Check for poor connections or loose terminals at
the EPS control unit.

8. Disconnect EPS control unit connector A (11P).
9. Measure the voltage between EPS control unit connector A (11P) terminal No. 11 and body ground.
There should be battery voltage.
Is there battery voltage?
YES - Check for loose terminals in the EPS control unit connectors, and repair if necessary. If no poor
connections are found, replace the EPS control unit (see EPS CONTROL UNIT
REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
NO - If there is no voltage, or the voltage is lower than battery voltage, repair an open or high resistance
in the wire between the No. 2 (70 A) fuse in the battery terminal fuse box and the EPS control unit. If the
wire checks OK, check the battery (see BATTERY TEST ), and troubleshoot the alternator regulator
circuit (see ALTERNATOR AND REGULATOR CIRCUIT TROUBLESHOOTING ).
Fig. 12: Measuring Voltage Between EPS Control Unit Connector A (11P) Terminal 11 & Body
Ground
DTC 12-01: MOTOR POWER SUPPLY VOLTAGE (REGULAR DIAGNOSIS)
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2. Check the BATTERY in the EPS DATA LIST with the HDS.
Is 3.0-26.0V indicated?
YES - Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time. Check for poor connections or loose terminals at
NO - Go to step 3.

4. Check the No. 2 (70 A) fuse in the battery terminal fuse box.
Is the fuse blown?
YES - Reinstall the fuse, and go to step 5.
NO - Replace the fuse, and recheck. If the fuse is blown, check for a short to body ground in this fuse
circuit.

6. Check for continuity between EPS control unit connector A (11P) terminal No. 11 and body ground.
Is the continuity?
YES - Repair a short to body ground in the wire between the EPS control unit and No. 2 (70A) fuse in the
battery terminal fuse box.
NO - Install a new No. 2 (70A) fuse in the battery terminal fuse box, then go to step 9.
Ground
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7. Disconnect the EPS control unit connector A (11P).

YES - Go to step 9.
NO - Repair open in the wire between the EPS control unit and No. 2 (70 A) fuse in the battery terminal
fuse box.
Ground
9. Reconnect EPS control unit connector A (11P).

Is DTC 12-01 indicated?
YES - Replace the EPS control unit (see EPS CONTROL UNIT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
NO - Troubleshooting is comp etc.
DTC 21-03: CAN VEHICLE SPEED STUCK ON (REGULAR DIAGNOSIS)
NOTE: z If the MIL is on, troubleshoot the fuel and emissions system first.
z Even though the system is operating normally, the EPS indicator will come
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on caused and set DTC 21-03 when you raise the engine speed with the
vehicle stopped. See GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION .
z Clear the DTC related to the ABS or ABS/VSA.

2. Raise the vehicle on a lift (see LIFT AND SUPPORT POINTS ), and allow all wheels to rotate freely.
3. Connect the HDS to the data link connector (DLC).
4. Turn off the VSA function by using the VSA OFF switch.
5. Start the engine, then run the vehicle in 4th gear (M/T) or D position (A/T).
6. Check the VEHICLE SPEED in the EPS DATA LIST with the HDS.
Is the vehicle speed indicated?
YES - The system is OK at this time.
NO - Go to step 7.
7. Check for DTCs in the fuel and emissions system (M/T) or A/T system (A/T) with the HDS.
Is DTC P0720 (M/T), P0721 (A/T), P0722 (A/T), or P0723 (A/T) indicated?
YES - Troubleshoot the indicated DTC(s).
NO - Go to step 8.
8. Start the engine, and check the tachometer.
Does the tachometer work correctly?
NO - Troubleshoot the gauge control module (see SELF-DIAGNOSTIC FUNCTION ).
DTC 22-01: ENGINE SPEED SIGNAL (INITIAL DIAGNOSIS/REGULAR DIAGNOSIS)

2. Check the ENGINE SPEED in the EPS DATA LIST with the HDS.
Is 0-300 rpm indicated?
YES - Go to step 3.
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the PCM and EPS control unit.

4. Short the SCS line with the HDS.
5. Disconnect ECM/PCM connector A (49P).
6. Disconnect EPS control unit connector A (1 IP).
7. Check for continuity between body ground and EPS control unit connector A (11P) terminal No. 9.
Is there continuity?
YES - Repair short to body ground in the wire between the EPS control unit and the ECM/PCM.
NO - Go to step 8.
Fig. 15: Checking Continuity Between Body Ground & EPS Control Unit Connector A (11P)
Terminal 9
8. Check for continuity between ECM/PCM connector A (49P) terminal No. 29 and EPS control unit
connector A (11P) terminal No. 9.
YES - Go to step 9.
NO - Repair open in the wire between the EPS control unit and the ECM/PCM.
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Fig. 16: Checking Continuity Between ECM/PCM Connector A (49P) Terminal & EPS Control
Unit Connector A (11P) Terminal
9. Connect EPS control unit connector A (11P).

11. Measure the voltage between body ground and EPS control unit connector A (11P) terminal No. 9.
Is there about 5 V?
YES - Check for poor connections or loose terminals at the PCM. If necessary, substitute a known-good
PCM (see SUBSTITUTING THE ECM/PCM ) and recheck.
NO - Check for loose terminals in the EPS control unit connectors, and repair if necessary. If no poor
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Fig. 17: Measuring Voltage Between Body Ground & EPS Control Unit Connector A (11P)
Terminal 9
DTC 23-01, 32-09, 32-0C, 34-01, 35-01, 35-02, 35-04, 35-05, 35-08, 35-0A, 36-02, 37-01, 38-01: F-CAN
DATA STUCK ON (INITIAL DIAGNOSIS/REGULAR DIAGNOSIS); MOTOR CURRENT
CORRELATION (INITIAL DIAGNOSIS); BATTERY CURRENT DETECT CIRCUIT (INITIAL
DIAGNOSIS); POWER RELAY STUCK ON (INITIAL DIAGNOSIS); EPS CONTROL UNIT
INTERNAL CIRCUIT (CPU) (INITIAL DIAGNOSIS/REGULAR DIAGNOSIS); EPS CONTROL
UNIT INTERNAL CIRCUIT (EEPROM1) (INITIAL DIAGNOSIS/REGULAR DIAGNOSIS); EPS
CONTROL UNIT INTERNAL CIRCUIT (CPU COMMUNICATION) (INITIAL
DIAGNOSIS/REGULAR DIAGNOSIS); EPS CONTROL UNIT INTERNAL CIRCUIT (A/D
CONVERSION) (INITIAL DIAGNOSIS/REGULAR DIAGNOSIS); EPS CONTROL UNIT INTERNAL
CIRCUIT (EEPROM2) (INITIAL DIAGNOSIS/REGULAR DIAGNOSIS); EPS CONTROL UNIT
INTERNAL CIRCUIT (CPU OPERATION DEVICE) (REGULAR DIAGNOSIS); EPS CONTROL
UNIT INTERNAL CIRCUIT (INH OUTPUT CIRCUIT) (INITIAL DIAGNOSIS); EPS CONTROL
UNIT INTERNAL CIRCUIT (STEP-UP CIRCUIT) (INITIAL DIAGNOSIS/REGULAR DIAGNOSIS);
EPS CONTROL UNIT INTERNAL CIRCUIT (TEMPERATURE SENSOR) (INITIAL
DIAGNOSIS/REGULAR DIAGNOSIS)

Is DTC 23-01, 32-0C, 34-01, 35-01, 35-02, 35-04, 35-05, 35-08, 35-0A, 36-02, 37-01, or 38-01
indicated?
YES - Check for loose terminals in the EPS, control unit connectors, and repair if necessary. If no poor
NO - Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time.
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DTC 23-02: F-CAN VEHICLE SPEED DATA (INITIAL DIAGNOSIS/REGULAR DIAGNOSIS)

YES - Go to step 6.

10. Check for continuity between ECM/PCM connector A (49P) terminals and EPS control unit connector A
(11P) terminals (see table).
CONNECTOR TERMINAL REFERENCE TABLE

Sign EPS Control Unit ECM/PCM
Connector A (11P) Connector A (49P)
Terminal Terminal
CAN-L No. 3 No. 4
CAN-H No. 5 No. 3
YES - Go to step 11.
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Fig. 18: Checking Continuity Between ECM/PCM Connector A (49P) Terminal 4 & EPS Control
Unit Connector A (11P) Terminal 3
11. Connect ECM/PCM connector A (49P).

12. Connect EPS control unit connector A (11P).
13. Raise the vehicle on a lift (see LIFT AND SUPPORT POINTS ), and allow all wheels to rotate freely.
14. Press the VSA OFF button to turn off the VSA system (If equipped).
15. Start the engine, then run the vehicle in 4th gear (M/T) or D position (A/T).
16. Check the VEHICLE SPEED in the EPS DATA LIST with the HDS.
Is 0 mph (km/h) indicated?
YES - Check for poor connections or loose terminals at the ECM/PCM. If necessary, substitute a known-
good PCM (see SUBSTITUTING THE ECM/PCM ) and recheck.
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DTC 23-03: F-CAN ENGINE SPEED SIGNAL DATA (INITIAL DIAGNOSIS/REGULAR

DIAGNOSIS)

YES - Go to step 6.

10. Check for continuity between ECM/PCM connector A (49P) terminals and EPS control unit connector A
(11P) terminals.
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Fig. 19: Checking Continuity Between ECM/PCM Connector A (49P) Terminal 4 & EPS Control
Unit Connector A (11P) Terminal 3
11. Reconnect ECM/PCM connector A (49P).

12. Reconnect EPS control unit connector A (11P).
14. Check the ENGINE SPEED in the EPS DATA LIST with the HDS.
Is 0 rpm indicated?
YES - Check for poor connections or loose terminals at the ECM/PCM. If necessary, substitute a known-
good ECM/PCM (see SUBSTITUTING THE ECM/PCM ) and recheck.
DTC 23-04: F-CAN BUS-OFF MALFUNCTION (INITIAL DIAGNOSIS/REGULAR DIAGNOSIS)
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NOTE: z Make sure the HDS communicates with the ECM/PCM and other vehicle
systems. If it does not, go to DLC CIRCUIT TROUBLESHOOTING .
z Check for any powertrain DTCs and troubleshoot those first.

3. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0), then turn it to ON (II) again.
YES - Go to step 5.
NO - Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time. Check for loose terminals between ECM/PCM
connector A (49P) and EPS control unit connector A (11P).

9. Check for continuity between EPS control unit connector A (11P) terminals a id ECM/PCM connector A

Sign EPS Control Unit Connector A (11P) Terminal ECM/PCM Connector A (49P) Terminal
CAN-L No. 3 No. 4
CAN-H No. 5 No. 3
YES - Check for poor connections or loose terminals at EPS control unit connector A (11P) and
ECM/PCM connector A (49P). H wires are OK, replace the EPS control unit.
NO - Repair open in the wire between the ECM/PCM and the EPS control unit.
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Fig. 20: Checking Continuity Between EPS Control Unit & ECM/PCM Connector Terminals
DTC 32-0B, 32-0E: OVER CURRENT (INITIAL DIAGNOSIS/REGULAR DIAGNOSIS); OVER

CURRENT CONTINUATION (REGULAR DIAGNOSIS)

Is DTC 32-0B or 32-0E indicated?
YES - Go to step 6.

7. Disconnect EPS control unit connector B (16P).
8. Check for continuity between body ground and EPS control unit connector B (16P) terminals No. 14, No.
15, and No. 16 individually.
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YES - Go to step 9.
NO - Replace the EPS control unit (see EPS CONTROL UNIT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
Fig. 21: Checking Continuity Between Body Ground & EPS Control Unit Connector B (16P)
Terminals
9. Disconnect the EPS motor 3P connector.

YES - Repair short to body ground in the wire between the EPS control unit and the EPS motor.
NO - Short to body ground in the EPS motor internal circuit; replace the EPS motor (see EPS MOTOR
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ).
Terminals
DTC 32-0F, 52-07: BATTERY CURRENT/MOTOR CURRENT CORRELATION (REGULAR
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DIAGNOSIS); TORQUE SENSOR (AMPLIFIER) (REGULAR DIAGNOSIS)

5. Turn the steering wheel from lock to lock several times.
Is DTC 32-0F or 52-07 indicated?
DTC 34-02: FAIL-SAFE RELAY STUCK ON (INITIAL DIAGNOSIS)

YES - Go to step 6.

9. Measure the voltage between body ground and EPS control unit connector B (16P) terminals No. 14, No.
YES - Repair short to power in the wire between the EPS control unit and the EPS motor.
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Fig. 23: Measuring Voltage Between Body Ground & EPS Control Unit Connector B (16P)
Terminals
DTC 39-01, 39-02: EPS CONTROL UNIT INTERNAL CIRCUIT (INITIAL DIAGNOSIS); EPS
CONTROL UNIT INTERNAL CIRCUIT (INITIAL DIAGNOSIS)

Is DTC 39-01 or DTC 39-02 indicated?
DTC 39-03: EPS CONTROL UNIT INTERNAL CIRCUIT (REGULAR IG SWITCH IS OFF)

4. Wait 30 seconds or more.
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DTC 52-01, 52-03, 52-04, 52-05: TORQUE SENSOR ALLOWABLE TOLERANCE (INITIAL
DIAGNOSIS); MAIN TORQUE SENSOR (REGULAR DIAGNOSIS); SUB TORQUE SENSOR
(REGULAR DIAGNOSIS); TORQUE SENSOR ALLOWABLE TOLERANCE (CONTROL)
(REGULAR DIAGNOSIS)

Is DTC 52-01, 52-03, 52-04, or 52-05 indicated?
YES - Go to step 6.

9. Measure the voltage between body ground and EPS control unit connector B (16P) terminals No. 1, No.
2, No. 3, No. 4, and No. 5 individually.
YES - Repair short to power in the wire harness between the EPS control unit and the torque sensor.
NO - Go to step 10.
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Terminals

2, No. 3, No. 4, and No. 5 individually.
YES - Repair short to body ground in the wire harness between the EPS control unit and the torque
sensor.
NO - Go to step 12.
Terminals
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12. Disconnect the torque sensor 6P connector from the torque sensor on the steering gearbox.
13. Check for continuity between torque sensor 6P connector terminal No. 5 and EPS control unit connector
B (16P) terminals (see table).

Sing Torque Sensor 6P EPS Control Unit
Connector Terminal Connector B (16P)
Terminal
Vref No. 5 No. 5
Main No. 4 No. 2
SE No. 3 No. 3
Sub No. 1 No. 4
Vcc No. 6 No. 1
NO - Repair open in the wire between the EPS control unit and the torque sensor.
Fig. 26: Checking Continuity Between Torque Sensor 6P Connector Terminal 5 & EPS Control
Unit Connector B (16P) Terminal 5
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14. Substitute a known-good EPS control unit (see EPS CONTROL UNIT
15. Reconnect the torque sensor 6P connector.
Is DTC 52-01, 52-03, 52-04, or 52-05 indicated?
YES - The fault is an open or short in the torque sensor internal circuit. Replace the steering gearbox (see
STEERING GEARBOX REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ).
NO - Replace the original EPS control unit (see EPS CONTROL UNIT
DTC 52-02: TORQUE SENSOR POWER SUPPLY (INITIAL DIAGNOSIS)

YES - Go to step 6.

7. Disconnect EPS control unit connector B (I6P).
9. Measure the voltage between body ground and EPS control unit connector B (I6P) terminal No. 5.
Is there 5.5 V or more?
NO - Go to step 10.
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Fig. 27: Measuring Voltage Between Body Ground & EPS Control Unit Connector B (I6P)
Terminal 5
DTC 52-06: TORQUE SENSOR (OFFSET) (REGULAR DIAGNOSIS)

YES - Go to step 7.
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10. Measure the voltage between body ground and EPS control unit connector B (16P) terminal No. 2 and
No. 4 individually.
NO - Go to step 11.
Terminal 2 & 4

12. Check for continuity between body ground and EPS control unit connector B (16P) terminal No. 2 and
No. 4 individually.
sensor.
NO - Go to step 13.
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Terminal 2 & 4
13. Disconnect the torque sensor 6P connector from the torque sensor on the steering gearbox.
14. Check for continuity between torque sensor 6P connector terminals and EPS control unit connector B

Sign Torque Sensor 6P EPS Control Unit
Connector Terminal Connector B (16P)
Terminal
Main No. 4 No. 2
Sub No. 1 No. 4
NO - Repair open in the wire between the EPS control unit and the torque sensor.
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Fig. 30: Checking Continuity Between Torque Sensor 6P Connector Terminal 4 & EPS Control
Unit Connector B (16P) Terminal 2
16. Reconnect the torque sensor 6P connector.
YES - The fault is an open or snort in the torque sensor internal circuit. Replace the steering gearbox (see
DTC 52-08: TORQUE SENSOR POWER SUPPLY (CONTROL) (REGULAR DIAGNOSIS)
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YES - Go to step 6.

9. Measure the voltage between body ground and EPS control unit connector B (16P) terminal No. 5.
NO - Go to step 10.
Terminal 5

11. Check for continuity between body ground and EPS control unit connector B (16P) terminal No. 5.
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sensor.
NO - Go to step 12.
Terminal 5
DTC 61-04: OPEN IN THE MOTOR HARNESS (INITIAL DIAGNOSIS)

YES - Go to step 6.
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8. Check for continuity between EPS control unit connector B (16P) terminals No. 14 and No. 15, No. 14
and No. 16, No. 15 and No. 16 individually.
connections are found, replace the EPS control unit (see EPS Control Unit Removal/Installation).
NO - Go to step 9.
Terminals 14, 15 & 16

10. On the EPS motor side, check for continuity between EPS motor 3P connector terminals No. 1 and No. 2,
No. 1 and No. 3, and No. 2 and No. 3 individually.
YES - Repair an open in the wire between EPS control unit and EPS motor.
NO - Open in the EPS motor wire, or EPS motor internal circuit, replace the EPS motor (see EPS Motor
Removal and Installation).
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DTC 61-05: SHORT IN THE MOTOR HARNESS (INITIAL DIAGNOSIS)

YES - Go to step 6.

7. Disconnect EPS control unit connectors B (16P).
9. Measure voltage between body ground and EPS control unit connector B (16P) terminals No. 14, No. 15,
and No. 16 individually.
YES - Repair short to power in the wire between the EPS control unit and the EPS motor.
NO - Go to step 10.
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15 and No. 16 individually.
NO - Replace the EPS control unit (see EPS CONTROL UNIT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).

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YES - Repair short to body ground in the wire between the EPS control unit and the EPS motor.
NO - The fault is a short in the EPS motor internal circuit. Replace the EPS motor (see EPS MOTOR
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ).
DTC 61-06: OPEN IN THE MOTOR HARNESS (CONTROL) (REGULAR DIAGNOSIS)

YES - Go to step 7.

NO - Go to step 12.
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YES - Repair a short to body ground in the wire between the EPS control unit and the EPS motor.
NO - Replace the EPS motor (see EPS Motor Removal and Installation). The fault is a short to the
body ground in the EPS motor wire, or EPS motor internal circuit.
12. Check for continuity between EPS control unit connector B (16P) terminals No. 14 and No. 15, No. 15
and No. 16, and No. 14 and No. 16 individually.
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NO - Go to step 13.
Fig. 40: Checking Continuity Between EPS Control Unit Connector B (16P) Terminals

14. On the EPS motor side, check for continuity between EPS motor 3P connector terminals No. 1 and No. 2,
No. 1 and No. 3, and No. 2 and No. 3 individually.
YES - Repair open in the wire between the EPS control unit and the EPS motor.
NO - Open in the EPS motor or the EPS motor internal circuit. Replace the EPS motor (see EPS
MOTOR REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ).
Fig. 41: Checking Continuity Between EPS Motor 3P Connector Terminals

DTC 71-01, 71-03: EPS MOTOR ANGLE SENSOR (SIN/COS SIGNALS) (INITIAL
DIAGNOSIS/REGULAR DIAGNOSIS); EPS MOTOR ANGLE SENSOR (SIN/COS SIGNALS)
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(INITIAL DIAGNOSIS/REGULAR DIAGNOSIS)

5. Turn the steering wheel to the right or left, and wait 10 seconds or more.
Is DTC 71-01 or 71-03 indicated?
YES - Go to step 7.

9. Measure the resistance between the following terminals of EPS control unit connector B (16P).
Is the resistance between R1 - R2 13.5 - 17.5 ohms, S1-S3 25 - 32 ohms, and S2 - S4 25 - 32 ohms?
NO - Go to step 13.
Fig. 42: Measuring Resistance Between Terminals Of EPS Control Unit Connector B (16P)
9, No. 10, No. 11, No. 12, and No. 13 individually.
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Terminals
11. Disconnect the EPS motor angle sensor 8P connector.

12. On the sensor side, check for continuity between body ground and the EPS motor angle sensor 8P
connector terminals No. 1, No. 2, No. 3, No. 5, No. 6, and No. 7 individually.
YES - Faulty EPS motor angle sensor (internal failure), or short to body ground in the wire (sensor side),
replace the steering gearbox (see STEERING GEARBOX REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ).
NO - Repair short to body ground in the wire between the EPS motor angle sensor 8P connector and the
EPS control unit.
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Fig. 44: Checking Continuity Between Body Ground & EPS Motor Angle Sensor 8P Connector
Terminals

14. On the sensor side, measure 1 he resistance between the following terminals of the EPS motor angle
sensor 8P connector.
Is the resistance between R1-R2 13.5 - 17.5 ohms, S1 - S3 25 - 32 ohms, and S2-84 25-32 ohms?
YES - Open, or short to body ground in the wire between the EPS motor angle sensor 8P connector and
NO - Faulty EPS motor angle sensor (internal failure), or short to body ground in the wire (sensor side),
Fig. 45: Measuring Resistance Between Terminals Of EPS Motor Angle Sensor 8P Connector
DTC 71-04: EPS MOTOR ANGLE SENSOR (CHECK SIGNALS) (INITIAL DIAGNOSIS/REGULAR
DIAGNOSIS)
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5. Turn the steering wheel to the right or left, and wait 10 seconds or more.
YES - Go to step 7.

9. Measure the resistance between EPS control unit connector B (16P) terminals No. 7 and No. 9.
Is the resistance between 13.5 - 17.5 ohms?
NO - Go to step 13.
Fig. 46: Measuring Resistance Between EPS Control Unit Connector B (16P) Terminals 7 & 9
10. Check for continuity between body ground and EPS control unit connector B (16P) terminals No. 7 and
No. 9 individually.
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Terminals 7 & 9

12. On the sensor side, check for continuity between body ground and the EPS motor angle sensor 8P
connector terminals No. 1 and No. 5 individually.
YES - Faulty EPS motor angle sensor (internal failure), or short to body ground in the wire (sensor side),
NO - Repair short to body ground in the wire between the EPS motor angle sensor 8P connector and the
EPS control unit.
Fig. 48: Checking Continuity Between Body Ground And EPS Motor Angle Sensor 8P Connector
Terminals 1 & 5
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14. On the sensor side, measure the resistance between the EPS motor angle sensor 8P connector terminals
No. 1 and No. 5.
Is the resistance between 13.5-17.5 ohms?
YES - Open or short to body ground in the wire between the EPS motor angle sensor 8P connector and
NO - Faulty EPS motor angle sensor (internal failure), or short to body ground in the wire (sensor side),
replace the steering gear box (see STEERING GEARBOX REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ).
Fig. 49: Measuring Resistance Between EPS Motor Angle Sensor 8P Connector Terminals 1 & 5
SYMPTOM TROUBLESHOOTING
EPS INDICATOR DOES NOT COME ON
1. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II), and watch the EPS indicator.
Does the EPS indicator come on?
YES - The system is OK at this time.
NO - Troubleshoot the gauge control module (see SELF-DIAGNOSTIC FUNCTION ).
EPS INDICATOR DOES NOT GO OFF, AND NO DTCS ARE STORED

2. Check the No. 11 (7.5 A) fuse in the under-dash fuse/relay box.
Is the fuse blown?
YES - Go to step 3.
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NO - Reinstall the checked fuse, then go to step 7.

YES - Repair short to body ground in the wire between the EPS control unit and the No. 11 (7.5 A) fuse
in the under-dash fuse/relay box.
NO - Install a new No. 11 (7.5 A) fuse in the under-dash fuse/relay box, then go to step 8.
Fig. 50: Checking Continuity Between EPS Control Unit Connector A (11P) Terminal 1 & Body
Ground
5. Reconnect the EPS control unit connector A (11P).

6. Start the engine, and watch the EPS indicator.
Does the EPS indicator go off?
YES - Troubleshooting is complete. If any other DTCs are indicated, go to the indicated DTCs
troubleshooting.
NO - Check for loose terminals in the EPS control unit connectors, and repair as necessary. If no poor
connections are found, replace the EPS control unit (see EPS Control Unit Removal/Installation).

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NO - Repair open in the wire between the EPS control unit and the under-dash fuse/relay box.
Ground

NO - Repair open in the wire between the EPS control unit and body ground (G203).
Fig. 52: Checking Continuity Between EPS Control Unit Connector A (11P) Terminal 10 & Body
Ground
12. Disconnect the gauge control module 32P connector.

13. Check for continuity between EPS control unit connector A (11P) terminal No. 5 and gauge control
module 32P connector terminal No. 30.
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NO - Repair open in the wire between the EPS control unit and gauge control module.
Fig. 53: Checking Continuity Between EPS Control Unit Connector A (11P) Terminal 5 & Gauge
Control Module 32P Connector Terminal 30
14. Check for continuity between EPS control unit connector A (11P) terminal No. 3 and gauge control
module 32P connector terminal No. 29.
NO - Repair open in the wire between the EPS control unit and gauge control module.
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Fig. 54: Checking Continuity Between EPS Control Unit Connector A (11P) Terminal 3 & Gauge
Control Module 32P Connector Terminal 29
EPS MOTOR REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

NOTE: Do not allow dust, dirt, or other foreign materials to enter the steering gearbox.
REMOVAL
1. Remove the steering gearbox (see STEERING GEARBOX REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ).
2. Remove the EPS motor 3P connector (A) and EPS motor angle sensor 8P connector (B) from the
connector bracket (C), then remove clips (D).
Fig. 55: Identifying EPS Motor 3P Connector & EPS Motor Angle Sensor 8P Connector With Clips
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3. Remove the EPS motor (A) from the steering gearbox, then remove the O-rings (B, C).
NOTE: Do not discard the O-ring (C).
Fig. 56: Identifying EPS Motor From Steering Gearbox And O-Rings
INSTALLATION
1. Clean the mating surface of the EPS motor (A) and the steering gearbox.
Fig. 57: Identifying EPS Motor & Steering Gearbox With Torque Specifications
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2. Apply grease included in the motor set to the new O-ring (B), and carefully fit it on the EPS motor.
3. Install the O-ring (C) to the EPS motor shaft.
4. Apply steering grease to the EPS motor shaft (D).
5. Install the EPS motor on the steering gearbox by engaging the EPS motor shaft and the worm shaft (E).
6. Before tightening the bolts, turn the motor two or three times to the right and left about 45 degrees. Make
sure the EPS motor is evenly seated on the steering gearbox, and that the O-ring is not pinched between
the mating surfaces.
7. Loosely install the EPS motor mounting bolts (E), then turn the steering wheel two or three times to the
right and left about 45 degrees.
8. Tighten the EPS motor mounting bolts to the specified torque.
9. Install the EPS motor 3P connector (A) and EPS motor angle sensor 8P connector (B) to the connector
bracket (C).
Fig. 58: Identifying EPS Motor 3P Connector & Wire Harness Clips
10. Install the wire harness clips (D).

11. Finish the installation, and note these items:
z Make sure the EPS motor 3P connector and EPS motor angle sensor 8P connector are properly
connected.
z Make sure the EPS motor and the EPS wires are not caught or pinched by any parts.
12. Install the steering gearbox (see STEERING GEARBOX REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ).
STEERING GEARBOX REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

SPECIAL TOOLS REQUIRED
z Ball joint remover, 28 mm 07MAC-SL0A202
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z Universal lifting eyelet 07AAK-SNAA120

z 1.8 Support bolt 07AAK-SNAA500
z Engine support hanger, A and Reds AAR-T1256 Reds engine support hanger AAR-T1256 is available
through the Honda Tool and Equipment Program 1-888-424-6857.
Note these items during removal:
z Use solvent and a brush, wash any oil and dirt off the end of the steering gearbox, but avoid any electrical
parts. Blow dry with compressed air.
z Be sure to remove the steering wheel before disconnecting the steering joint or damage to the cable reel
can occur.
z Lower the front subframe from the body then remove the steering gearbox.
REMOVAL
1. Do the battery terminal disconnection procedure (see BATTERY TERMINAL DISCONNECTION

AND RECONNECTION ).
2. Raise the vehicle on a lift (see LIFT AND SUPPORT POINTS ).
3. Remove the front wheels.
4. Release the lock lever, tilt the steering column all the way up slide it all the way in , then tighten the lock
lever.
5. Remove the driver's airbag (see DRIVER'S AIRBAG REPLACEMENT ) and the steering wheel (see
STEERING WHEEL REMOVAL ).
6. Remove the steering joint cover (A).
Fig. 59: Identifying Steering Joint Cover

7. Hold the lower slide shaft (A) on the column with a piece of wire (B) between the joint yoke (C) of the
lower slide shaft and joint yoke (D) of the upper shaft to prevent the lower slide from pulling out.
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Fig. 60: Identifying Lower Slide Shaft & Joint Yoke

8. Release the lock lever, and adjust the steering column to the full telescopic out position, then tighten the
lock lever.
9. Remove the steering joint bolt (A).
Fig. 61: Identifying Steering Joint Bolt

10. Disconnect the steering joint (B) by moving the steering joint toward the column.
11. Remove the center guide (A) (if equipped) from the top of the pinion shaft (B), and discard it. The center
guide is for factory assembly use only.
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Fig. 62: Identifying Center Guide From Pinion Shaft

12. Remove the cotter pin (A) from the tie-rod end ball joint, then remove the nut (B) on both sides.
Fig. 63: Identifying Cotter Pin From Tie-Rod End Ball Joint
13. Separate the tie-rod end ball joint and knuckle using the ball joint remover (see BALL JOINT
REMOVAL ) on both side.
14. Remove the clip (A) from the lower arm ball joint castle nut (B), and remove the nut from both sides.
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Fig. 64: Identifying Clip From Lower Arm Ball Joint Castle Nut
15. Separate the lower arm ball joint and the knuckle using the ball joint remover (see BALL JOINT
REMOVAL ) on both sides.
16. Remove the stabilizer link from the stabilizer bar (see STABILIZER LINK
REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ) on both sides.
17. Remove the air cleaner housing (see AIR CLEANER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
18. Remove the cowl cover and the under-cowl panel (see UNDER-COWL PANEL REPLACEMENT ).
19. Install the universal lifting eyelet (07AAK-SNAA 120) to the bolt hole (A) at the air cleaner housing
mounting bracket with the 1.8 support bolt (07AAK-SNAA500).
Fig. 65: Identifying Air Cleaner Housing Mounting Bracket With Support Bolt
20. Remove the harness clamp (A) from its clamp bracket (B) located in front of left damper top.
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Fig. 66: Identifying Harness Clamp From Clamp Bracket

21. Set up the engine support hanger (AAR-T1256). Carefully position the engine support hanger to the
vehicle; position both cross-arm foot bases (C) over the harness clamp brackets on both sides, and
position both front stands on the front bulkhead. Attach the hook to the universal eyelet, tighten the wing
nut by hand, and lift and support the engine.
22. Disconnect the EPS motor angle sensor 8P connector (A) and torque sensor 6P connector (B) from the
steering gearbox.
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Fig. 67: Identifying EPS Motor Angle Sensor 8P & Torque Sensor 6P Connector From Steering
Gearbox
23. Disconnect the EPS motor 3P connector (C) by pushing the lock (D) and pulling up the lever (E).
24. Wrap the connectors with the vinyl tape to avoid contamination from grease or water.
25. Remove the front cross-member brace (A).
Fig. 68: Identifying Front Cross-Member Brace

26. Remove the secondary HO2S wire clamp (A) on steering gearbox. Do not disconnect secondary HO2S 4P
connector and secondary HO2S.
Fig. 69: Identifying HO2S Wire Clamp

27. Remove the splash shield (see SPLASH SHIELD REPLACEMENT ).

28. Remove the lower torque rod (A).
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Fig. 70: Identifying Lower Torque Rod

29. Attach a jack (A) to the center of the front subframe (B) and support the front subframe securely by
raising the jack.
Fig. 71: Identifying Front Subframe Mounting Bolts

30. Remove the front subframe mounting bolts (C).
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31. Lower the front subframe and steering gearbox as an assembly by lowering the jack slowly.
32. Remove the steering gearbox (A) from the front subframe (B).
Fig. 72: Identifying Steering Gearbox From Front Subframe

33. Remove the pinion shaft grommet (A) from the top of the torque sensor.
Fig. 73: Identifying Pinion Shaft Grommet

INSTALLATION
1. Before installing the steering gearbox, make sure that no grease is on the mating surface of the steering
gearbox and the front subframe. To prevent the gearbox mounting bolts from loosening after the
installation, remove any grease from the bolt holes.
2. Install the pinion shaft grommet (A). Align the ledge portion (B) in the pinion shaft grommet with the lug
portion (C). The grommet must not have a gap at the mating surface of the grommet and the torque
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sensor.
Fig. 74: Identifying Pinion Shaft Grommet With Lug Portion

3. Place the steering gearbox (A) on the front subframe (B).
Fig. 75: Identifying Steering Gearbox On Front Subframe With Torque Specifications
4. Loosely install the stiffener plates (C), and new gearbox mounting bolts, then lighten the bolts to the
specified torque in the sequence shown.
5. Turn the lip of the pinion shaft grommet to ease installation.
6. Set the front subframe (A) with the steering gearbox on the transmission jack and support it.
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Fig. 76: Identifying Front Subframe With Steering Gearbox On Transmission Jack With Torque
Specifications
7. Carefully raise the front subframe with the jack, and pass the pinion shaft into the cabin. Return the lip
(B) of the pinion shaft grommet.
NOTE: z Be sure that the pinion shaft grommet is in place securely. Check
whether the pinion shaft grommet is not turning up. Incorrect
installation can cause leakage of water, mud, and noise.
z Take care not to damage the lower arm ball joint boot with the edge
of the knuckle, etc.
8. Loosely install new front subframe mounting bolts, then tighten the bolts to the specified torque in the
sequence shown below.
9. Install the lower torque rod (A) with new mounting bolts and new mounting nut, and tighten them to the
specified torque.
NOTE: Make sure the stopper (B) of the flange bolt is securely installed.
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Fig. 77: Identifying Lower Torque Rod With Mounting Bolts & Nut With Torque Specifications
10. Install the splash shield (see SPLASH SHIELD REPLACEMENT ).

11. Lower the vehicle.
12. Remove the engine support hanger (AAR-T1256) from the vehicle.
13. Remove the cross arm foot (A), then install the harness clip (B) to the harness clamp bracket (C) on the
left side.
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Fig. 78: Identifying Cross Arm Foot & Harness Clip

14. Remove the universal lifting eyelet (07AAK-SNAA120) and 1.8 support bolt (07AAK-SNAA500).
Fig. 79: Identifying Universal Lifting Eyelet & Support Bolt

15. Install the secondary HO2S wire clamp (A) to the steering gearbox.
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Fig. 80: Identifying HO2S Wire Clamp To Steering Gearbox With Torque Specifications
16. Remove the vinyl tape from the connectors.

17. Install the front cross-member brace (A).
Fig. 81: Identifying Front Cross-Member Brace With Torque Specifications

18. Connect the EPS motor angle sensor 8P connector (A), torque sensor 6P connector (B) to the steering
gearbox.
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Fig. 82: Identifying EPS Motor Angle Sensor 8P & Torque Sensor 6P Connector To Steering
Gearbox
19. Pull down the lever (C) of the EPS motor 3P connector (D), then confirm the connector is fully seated.
20. Install the air cleaner housing (see AIR CLEANER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
21. Install the under cowl panel and cowl cover. (see UNDER-COWL PANEL REPLACEMENT ).
22. Connect the stabilizer links (see STABILIZER LINK REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
23. Wipe off any grease contamination from the ball joint tapered section and threads. Reconnect the tie-rod
end ball joints (A) to the knuckles. Install the nuts (B), and tighten to the specified torque on both sides.
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Fig. 83: Identifying Tie-Rod End Ball Joints & Nuts With Torque Specifications
24. Install a new cotter pin (C), and bend it as shown below.
25. Wipe off any grease contamination from the lower arm ball joint tapered section and thread. Then
reconnect the lower arm (A) to the knuckle. Install the new castle nut (B) and tighten it on both sides.
NOTE: z Be careful not to damage the lower ball joint boot (C). Check the ball
joint boot for deformation before connecting the knuckle.
z Torque the castle nut to the lower torque specification, then tighten it
only far enough to align the slot with the joint pin clip hole. Do not
align the castle nut by loosening it.
Fig. 84: Identifying Lower Ball Joint Boot & Castle Nut With Torque
Specifications
26. Install the clip (D).

27. Install the front wheels, then set the wheels in the straight ahead position.
NOTE: Before installing the wheel, clean the mating surfaces of the brake disc
and the inside of the wheel.
28. Cut the wire (A).
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Fig. 85: Identifying Pinion Shaft Gap Angle

29. Slip the lower end of the steering joint (B) onto the pinion shaft (C) taking care to align the gap (D)
within the angle shown below.
30. Release the lock lever, and adjust the steering column to the full tilt down position, and to the full
telescopic out position, then tighten the lock lever.
31. Align the bolt hole (A) on the steering joint with the groove (B) around the pinion shaft, then loosely
install the lower steering joint bolt (C). Be sure that the joint bolt is securely in the groove in the pinion
shaft.
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Fig. 86: Identifying Bolt Hole On Steering Joint With Groove

32. Pull on the steering joint to make sure that the steering joint is fully seated, then tighten the lower joint
bolt to the specified torque.
33. Install the steering joint cover (A).
Fig. 87: Identifying Steering Joint Cover

34. Install the steering wheel (see STEERING WHEEL INSTALLATION ).

35. With the tires raised off the ground, check for the following symptoms by turning the steering wheel fully
to the right and left several times.
SYMPTOM TABLE
Symptom Probable cause
Rubbing sound coming from Steering column joint is
the lower steering column contacting the cover.
area.
Grating sound from the lower Poor engagement of the pinion
steering column area, or a shaft serrations.
rough feeling during steering.
Noise from around the Poor engagement of the SRS
steering wheel during steering. cable reel with the steering
wheel, or a damaged cable
reel.
36. Do the battery terminal reconnection procedure (see BATTERY TERMINAL DISCONNECTION
AND RECONNECTION ), and do these tasks:
z Turn the ignition switch to ON (II) and check that the SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds
and then goes off.
z Make sure the horn and turn signal switches work properly.
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z Make sure the steering wheel switches work properly.

37. After installation, do these checks:
z Start the engine, allow it to idle, and turn the steering wheel from lock to lock several times.
z Check that the EPS indicator does not come on.
z Check the steering wheel spoke angle. If steering spoke angles to the right and left are not equal
(steering wheel and rack are not centered), correct the engagement of the joint/pinion shaft
serrations, then adjust the front toe by turning the tie-rod ends, if necessary.
38. Check the wheel alignment, and adjust it if necessary (see WHEEL ALIGNMENT ).
RACK END REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

EXPLODED VIEW
Fig. 88: Identifying Rack End Replacement Components With Torque Specifications
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REMOVAL
NOTE: Do not allow dust, dirt, or other foreign materials to enter the steering gearbox.
1. Remove the tie-rod ends.

2. Remove the boot bands (A), and discard them. Remove the tie-rod clips (B), and pull the boots away
from the ends of the steering gearbox.
Fig. 89: Identifying Boot Bands & Tie-Rod Clips

3. Hold the gearbox housing using a C-clamp (A) and wooden blocks (B) to a work bench as shown. Do not
clamp the cylinder part of the gearbox housing in a vise.
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Fig. 90: Identifying Gearbox Housing C-Clamp & Wooden Blocks

4. Unbend the lock washer (A).
Fig. 91: Identifying Lock Washer

5. Unscrew both rack ends (A) with a wrench. Be careful not to damage the rack shaft surface with the
wrench. Remove the rack end, the lock washer (B), the spacer (C), and rubber stop (D).
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Fig. 92: Identifying Rack End, Lock Washer, Spacer & Rubber Stop
INSTALLATION
1. Hold the gearbox housing using a C-clamp (A) and wooden blocks (B) to a work bench as shown below.
Do not clamp the cylinder part of the gearbox housing in a vise.
Fig. 93: Identifying Gearbox Housing C-Clamp & Wooden Blocks

2. Install a new spacer (A), rubber stop (B), and a new lock washer (C). Align the lock washer tabs (D) with
the flat spots (E) on the rack end joint housing (F). Install the rack end while housing the lock washer in
place. Repeat this step for the other side of the rack.
NOTE: Make sure that the tapered side (G) of the rubber stop is toward the
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housing side.
Fig. 94: Identifying Spacer, Rubber Stop & Lock Washer With Torque Specifications
3. Bend the lock washer (A) back against the flat spots (B) on the rack end joint hosing.
Fig. 95: Identifying Bend Lock Washer, Flat Spots On Rack End Joint Hosing
4. Stake the lock washer at the stake point (A) on the rack.
Fig. 96: Identifying Slake Point On Rack

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5. Apply multipurpose grease to the inside of the rack end joint housing (A).
NOTE: Make sure not to get any silicone grease on the terminal part of the
connectors and switches, especially if you have silicone grease on your
hands or gloves.
Fig. 97: Applying Multipurpose Grease To Inside Of Rack End Joint Housing
6. Apply a light coat of silicone grease to the boot installation grooves (A) around on the gearbox housing.
Install the boots (B) on the rack ends with the tie-rod clips (C), and fit the boot end in the installation
grooves in the housing properly.
NOTE: Clean off any grease or contamination from the boot installation grooves
around on the gearbox housing.
Fig. 98: Identifying Boots On Rack Ends With Tie-Rod Clips

7. After installing the boots, wipe the grease off the threaded section (D) of the rack end.
8. Install the new boot bands by aligning the tabs (A) with the holes (B) of the band.
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Fig. 99: Identifying Boot Bands & Tabs

9. Close the ear portion (A) of the boot band (B) with commercially available boot band pliers, Oetiker 1098
or equivalent (C).
Fig. 100: Identifying Portion Of Boot Band With Boot Band Pliers
10. Slide the rack right and left to be certain that the boots are not deformed or twisted.
11. Install the tie-rod ends to the rack end.
12. Install the steering gearbox (see STEERING GEARBOX REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ).
RACK GUIDE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

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NOTE: During removal/installation, do not allow dust, dirt, or other foreign materials to
enter the steering gearbox.
1. Remove the steering gearbox (see STEERING GEARBOX REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ).
2. Loosen the locknut (A), then remove the rack guide screw (B), the spring (C), the conical springs (D), the
plain washer (E), and rack guide (F).
Fig. 101: Identifying Locknut & Rack Guide Screw With Spring
3. Replace the O-ring (G) from the rack guide. Wipe the grease off the sliding surface of the rack guide.
4. Apply multipurpose grease to the new O-ring, then install it to the rack guide.
5. Apply multipurpose grease to the sliding surface and the circumference of the rack guide, and install it
onto the gearbox housing. Wipe the grease off the threaded section of the gearbox housing.
6. Install the plain washer onto the gearbox housing.
7. Install the conical springs onto the gearbox housing.
NOTE: Conical springs are directional, install them as shown.
8. Install the spring onto the gearbox housing.

9. Remove the old sealant from the rack guide screw and apply new sealant (Three Bond 1215 or Loctite
5699) to the middle of the threads. Loosely install the rack guide screw on the steering gearbox.
NOTE: If more than 5 minutes have passed after applying the sealant, remove the
old sealant and residue, and reapply new sealant.
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10. Loosely install the locknut.

11. Adjust the rack guide screw (see STEERING LOCK REPLACEMENT ). After adjusting, check that
the rack moves smoothly by sliding the rack right and left.
EPS CONTROL UNIT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

1. Do the battery terminal disconnection procedure (see BATTERY TERMINAL DISCONNECTION
AND RECONNECTION ).
2. Remove the under-dash fuse/relay box (see REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ).
3. Disconnect EPS control unit connector A (11P) and connector B (16P).
Fig. 102: Identifying EPS Control Unit Connector A (11P) & Connector B (16P)
4. Loosen the bolt (C).

5. Remove the bolt (D) and nut (E) from the EPS control unit bracket.
6. Remove the EPS control unit with the bracket from the body.
7. Install the EPS control unit in the reverse order of removal.
NOTE: z Install the bracket with the EPS control unit as shown in position.
z Connect EPS control unit connector A (11P) and connector B (16P),
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then confirm the connectors are fully seated.
8. Do the battery terminal reconnection procedure (see BATTERY TERMINAL DISCONNECTION

AND RECONNECTION ).
9. After installation, start the engine, allow it to idle, and turn the steering wheel from lock to lock several
times. Make sure that the EPS indicator does not come on.

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2009-10 STEERING EPS (Electrical Power Steering) - Fit

EPS (Electrical Power Steering) - Fit

COMPONENT LOCATION INDEX

Fig. 1: Identifying EPS Replacement Components

GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION

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Fig. 2: Identifying EPS Indicator

DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC)

Self-diagnosis can be classified into three categories:

1. Turns on the EPS indicator.

RESTRICTION ON POWER ASSIST OPERATION

HOW TO TROUBLESHOOT DTCS

HOW TO USE THE HDS (HONDA DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM)

Fig. 3: Identifying Data Link Connector

2. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).

HOW TO RETRIEVE DTCS

5. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).

HOW TO CLEAR DTCS

DTC TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX

SYMPTOM TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX

short to body ground. Repair as needed.

TERMINAL DESCRIPTION TABLE

EPS CONTROL UNIT INPUTS AND OUTPUTS FOR CONNECTOR B (16P)

TERMINAL DESCRIPTION TABLE

angle sensor signal running: pulses (0-5

z Low vehicle speeds: High power assist (for easy handling)

Fig. 6: Identifying Steering Gearbox Replacement Components

z Vehicle speed signal (from ECM/PCM)

Fig. 7: Identifying EPS Control Unit Communication Diagram

EPS MOTOR OPERATION

Fig. 8: Identifying EPS Motor Operation Diagram

Power Relay (Built Into the EPS Control Unit)

Fail-safe Relay (Built Into the EPS Control Unit)

Electric Current Detection Circuit

Fig. 9: Identifying EPS Circuit Diagram (1 Of 3)

Fig. 10: Identifying EPS Circuit Diagram (2 Of 3)

Fig. 11: Identifying EPS Circuit Diagram (3 Of 3)

1. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).

4. Start the engine.

Is the DTC 11-02 indicated?

7. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).

Is there battery voltage?

DTC 12-01: MOTOR POWER SUPPLY VOLTAGE (REGULAR DIAGNOSIS)

1. Start the engine.

3. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).

Is the fuse blown?

YES - Reinstall the fuse, and go to step 5.

5. Disconnect EPS control unit connector A (11P).

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7. Disconnect the EPS control unit connector A (11P).

Is there battery voltage?

9. Reconnect EPS control unit connector A (11P).

Is DTC 12-01 indicated?

NO - Troubleshooting is comp etc.

DTC 21-03: CAN VEHICLE SPEED STUCK ON (REGULAR DIAGNOSIS)

1. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).

Is the vehicle speed indicated?

YES - The system is OK at this time.

YES - Troubleshoot the indicated DTC(s).

8. Start the engine, and check the tachometer.

Does the tachometer work correctly?

NO - Troubleshoot the gauge control module (see SELF-DIAGNOSTIC FUNCTION ).

DTC 22-01: ENGINE SPEED SIGNAL (INITIAL DIAGNOSIS/REGULAR DIAGNOSIS)