Many malfunctions in the electrical system are caused by poor harness(s) and terminals. Faults can also be caused by interference from other electrical systems, and mechanical or chemical damage.
Check the following conditions:
Check for damaged harness and terminals: contact resistance, oxidation, bent or broken terminals.
Check for poor connection between ECM and component: backed out terminal, improper mating, broken locks or poor terminal to wire connection
Use a suitable male pin to ensure that contact in sockets is good. The pin should remain in position when pulled gently.
Has a problem been found?
YES
Repair as necessary and go to "Verification of Vehicle Repair" procedure
NO
Go to "Signal Circuit Inspection" procedure
Ignition "OFF"
Disconnect P/S switch connector
Start the engine, and measure voltage between P/S switch harness connector(C25) and chassis ground referring to specification
Specification
Steering Wheel | Voltage |
Straight ahead | Approx. B+ |
Turned | Approx. 0V |
Is voltage near the specified value?
YES
Go to "Component Inspection" procedure.
NO
Repair open or short in harness and go to "Verification of Vehicle Repair" procedure.
