Electrical Power Steering (EPS)
Outline
The NSX/NSX-T uses an electric motor-driven power steering, which possesses the characteristics best suited for a mid-
engine automobile. This system is a power-assisted steering device, with a motor inside the steering gearbox driven by
the EPS control unit. Its distinctive features are described below:
• Minimized loss of engine horsepower and decreased fuel consumption.
• A linear steering feel and the reduction of kickback.
• The system is compact and lightweight because it requires no complicated hydraulic piping, etc.
ALTERNATOR
TRANSMISSION
CONTROL MODULE (TCM)
EPS CONTROL UNIT
VEHICLE
SPEED SENSOR
PULSE UNIT (MT)
BATTERY
STEERING GEARBOX
STEERING WHEEL
STEERING
COLUMNProCarManuals.com
System Description
Electrical Power Steering (EPS)
Outline
The NSX uses an electric motor-driven power steering, which possesses the characteristics best suited for a mid engine
automobile. This system is a power-assisted steering device, with a motor inside the steering gearbox driven by the EPS
control unit and power unit. Its distinctive features are described below:
ALTERNATOR
VEHICLE
SPEED SENSOR
STEERING WHEEL
EPS CONTROL UNIT
POWER UNIT
BATTERY
STEERING GEARBOX
STEERING
COLUMN
Minimized loss of engine horsepower and decreased fuel consumption.
A linear steering feel and the reduction of kickback.
The system is compact and lightweight because it requires no complicated hydraulic piping, etc.ProCarManuals.com
