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Component Inspection

  1. Ignition "OFF".
  2. Disconnect Power steering pressure switch connector.
  3. Measure resistance between terminal 1 of Power steering pressure switch harness connector and chassis ground while turning power steering wheel slowly.

    Specification: Approx. below 1Ω

    Fig 1: Measuring Resistance Between Terminal 1 Of Power Steering Pressure Switch Harness Connector And Chassis Ground
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  4. Is the measured resistance within specifications?

    YES

    • Substitute with a known - good ECM and check for proper operation.

      If the problem is corrected, replace ECM and go to "VERIFICATION OF VEHICLE REPAIR " procedure.

    NO

    • Substitute with a known - good Power Steering Switch and check for proper operation.

      If the problem is corrected, replace Power Steering Switch and go to "VERIFICATION OF VEHICLE REPAIR " procedure.