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Steering Control Module: Service and Repair

EPS Control Unit Removal/installation
1. Make sure you have the anti-theft codes for the audio and the navigation system (if equipped), then write down the audio channel presets.
2. Make sure the ignition switch is OFF, then disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
3. Remove the passenger's dashboard lower cover.
4. Remove the passenger's side kick panel.
5. Disconnect the EPS control unit connectors (A).





6. Loosen the flange bolt (B), and remove the flange bolts (C).
7. Remove the EPS control unit (D).
8. Install the EPS control unit in the reverse order of removal.
9. Reconnect the negative cable to the battery and do the following items:

NOTE: If the IMA battery level gauge (BAT) displays no segments, start the engine, and hold it between 3,500 rpm and 4,000 rpm without load (in Park or neutral) until the BAT displays at least three segments.
Power window control unit reset procedure. Enter the anti-theft codes for the audio and the navigation system, then enter the audio channel presets. Set the clock. If the EPS control unit is replaced, the EPS control unit must memorize the torque sensor neutral position.

10. After installation, start the engine, and let it idle. Turn the steering wheel from lock-to-lock several times. Check that the EPS indicator does not come on.