Kia Carens: ESP(Electronic Stability Program) System / Steering Angle Sensor Description and operation
The Steering Angle Sensor (SAS) is installed in MDPS (Motor Driven Power Steering)
and it sends messages to HECU through CAN communication line.
The SAS is used to determine turning direction and speed of the steering wheel.
The HECU uses the signals from the SAS when performing ESC-related calculations.
Components (Steering Angle Sensor, Torque Sensor, Failsafe relay, etc.) of the
EPS system are located inside the steering column & EPS unit assembly and the
steering column. EPS unit assembly must not be disassemble to be inspected.
They must be replaced. (Refer to “ST (Steering system) Gr.”)
Removal
1.
Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
2.
Using a screwdriver or remover, remove the crash pad side cover [LH]
(A ...
Other information:
Press the speed limit switch
once again.
Press the cruise switch (If you press cruise switch, the cruise system will
turn on).
Turn the ignition off.
If you press the CANCEL switch once, the set speed limit will cancel, but it
will not turn the system off. If you wish to reset the speed ...
Replacement
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Put on gloves to protect your hands.
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Never attempt to measure the circuit resistance of the airbag
module (squi ...