SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
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Fail-Safe FunctionNGS000EA
In the event there is a malfunction with the electrical system, the RAS control is stopped and the fail-safe
mode is activated. At that time, it indicates the malfunction by turning the RAS warning lamp ON and stops the
rear wheel control.
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
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Component Parts LocationNGS000EC
A. RAS warning lamp B. Steering angle sensor C. RAS control unit
D. RAS motor relay E. RAS motor F. Rear wheel steering angle sensor
G. Noise suppressor
SGIA1053J
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
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STANDARD BY CONSULT-II
CAUTION:
The output signal indicates the RAS control unit calculation data. The normal values will be displayed
even in the event that the output circuit (harness) is open.
Monitor itemDATA MONITOR
Malfunction inspection
checklist
Condition Reference values
VHCL SPEED SE (km/h)Ignition switch ON or engine
running Almost in accordance with the speed-
ometer display. It is not a malfunction,
through it might not be corresponding
just after ignition switch is turned ON.STC-38, "
Inspection 4:
Vehicle Speed Signal"
STEERING ANG ()Turning steering wheel clock-
wise or counterclockwise.Displays the angle when the steering
wheel turns from the neutral positionSTC-38, "
Inspection 5:
Steering Angle Signal
Malfunction"
ENGINE SPEED (rpm) Engine runningAlmost in accordance with tachometer
displaySTC-43, "
Inspection 8:
Engine Speed Signal
Malfunction"
POWER STR SOL (A)Accelerate the vehicle from 0
to 100 km/h (0 to 62 MPH)0 km/h (0 MPH): Approx. 1.10 A
100 km/h (62 MPH): Approx. 0.54 ASTC-46, "Diagnosis
Chart by Symptom 2"
RR ST ANG-MAI (V)
Perform the ACTIVE TEST
and stroke the actuator (with
tires off the ground)Neutral: Approx. 2.4 V
Turn steering wheel to right for full
stroke: Approx. 4.4 V
Turn steering wheel to left for full
stroke: Approx. 0.4 VSTC-40, "Inspection 6:
Rear Main Signal and
Rear Sub Signal Mal-
function"RR ST ANG- SUB (V)
RR ST ANG-VOL (V)
Ignition switch ON or engine
runningApprox. 5 VSTC-40, "
Inspection 6:
Rear Main Signal and
Rear Sub Signal Mal-
function"
C/U VOLTAGE (V) Battery voltage (Approx. 12 V)STC-35, "
Inspection 1:
RAS Control Unit Mal-
function"
MOTOR VOLTAGE (V) Battery voltage (Approx. 12V)STC-35, "
Inspection 2:
Motor Power Supply
System"
MOTOR CURRENT (A)Perform the ACTIVE TEST
and stroke the actuator.It is normal when there is the current
output at strokeSTC-35, "
Inspection 2:
Motor Power Supply
System"
MTR CRNT OPE (A)Turning steering wheel clock-
wise or counterclockwise
while ignition switch is ON or
running the engineNeutral (Steering force is zero and
straight-ahead position): Approx. 0 A
The value is changed according to
steering left or right STC-37, "
Inspection 3:
RAS Motor Output
Malfunction"
STOP LAMP SWDepressing or releasing brake
pedalBrake pedal depressed: ONSTC-44, "
Inspection
10: Stop Lamp Switch
Harness"Brake pedal not depressed: OFF
RAS RELAY
Ignition switch ON or engine
runningIgnition switch ON: ONSTC-35, "
Inspection 2:
Motor Power Supply
System"
FAIL SAFE Not activatedSelf-diagnosis and
suspect system
inspection on DATA
MONITOR
WARNING LAMP (ON/OFF)RAS warning lamp ON: ON
RAS warning lamp OFF: OFFWarning lamp circuit
inspection
STC-28
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CONSULT-II Function (RAS)NGS000EG
FUNCTION
CONSULT-II can display each self-diagnostic item using the diagnostic test modes shown following.
CONSULT-II SETTING PROCEDURE
Refer to GI-39, "CONSULT-II Start Procedure" .
SELF-DIAG RESULT MODE
Operation Procedure
1. Perform “CONSULT-II Start Procedure”. Refer to GI-39, "CONSULT-II Start Procedure" .
2. Touch “PRINT” to print out the self-diagnostic results if necessary. Check RAS warning lamp if “NO FAIL-
URE” is displayed.
3. Perform the appropriate inspection from the display item list, and repair or replace the malfunctioning
component. Refer to STC-28, "
Display Item List" .
Display Item List
CAUTION:
When malfunctions are detected in several systems, including the “CAN COMM [U1000]” and
“CONTROL_UNIT (CAN) [U1010]”, inspect the CAN communication system.
Mode Function Reference
SELF-DIAG RESULTSReceives self-diagnosis results from RAS control unit and
indicates DTCs.STC-28, "
SELF-DIAG RESULT
MODE"
DATA MONITORReceives input/output signals from RAS control unit and
indicates and stores them to facilitate locating cause of
malfunctions.STC-30, "DATA MONITOR MODE"
CAN DIAG SUPPORT MNTRMonitors transmitting/receiving status of CAN communi-
cation.STC-31, "CAN Communication"
ACTIVE TESTSends command to RAS actuator to change output sig-
nals and check operation of output system.STC-30, "ACTIVE TEST MODE"
ECU PART NUMBER Displays RAS control unit part number.STC-30, "RAS CONTROL UNIT
PART NUMBER"
DTC code Diagnostic item Diagnostic item is detected when... Check items
C1923 STEERING_ANGLE_SEN [NO_CHANGE] (ꞏ a)While driving at 60 km/h (37 MPH)
or more, steering angle does not
change for a while.STC-38
C1924 STEERING_ANGLE_SEN [NO_NEUT_STATE] (ꞏ b)When driving some distance, no
neutral signal (ON signal) is input.STC-38
C1915 RR_ST_ANGLE_SENSOR [MAIN_SIGNAL] (ꞏ a)The main sensor input signal is
malfunctioning for some time
against the sensor power supply
value.STC-40
C1916 RR_ST_ANGLE_SENSOR [SUB_SIGNAL] (ꞏ b)When the main sensor input signal
is 2.4 - 2.6 V, the sub sensor input
signal is malfunctioning for some
time compared to the sensor power
supply value.STC-40
C1917, C1918 RR_ST_ANGLE_SENSOR [OFFSET_SIG1,2] (ꞏ c)An excessive difference has
occurred in the input values of main
sensor and sub sensor.STC-40
C1914 RR_ST_ANGLE_SENSOR [ABNORMAL_VOL] (ꞏ d)Higher or lower value compared to
the standard voltage.STC-40
C1921 MOTOR_OUTPUTNo engine speed is input for a cer-
tain time.STC-43
C1911 MOTOR_VOLTAGE [LOW_VOLTAGE] (ꞏ a)The motor power supply voltage is
lower than ignition power supply
voltage with RAS motor relay ON.STC-35
STC-30
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DATA MONITOR MODE
Operation Procedure
1. Perform “CONSULT-II Start Procedure”. Refer to GI-39, "CONSULT-II Start Procedure" .
2. Touch “DATA MONITOR”.
3. Select from “SELECT MONITOR ITEM”, screen of data monitor is displayed.
NOTE:
When malfunction is detected, CONSULT-II performs REAL-TIME DIAGNOSIS. Also, any malfunction
detected while in this mode will be displayed in real time.
Display Item List
ACTIVE TEST MODE
Operation Procedure
1. Perform “CONSULT-II Start Procedure”. Refer to GI-39, "CONSULT-II Start Procedure" .
2. When turning the steering wheel right or left, the rear wheel turns in the same direction. If the steering
wheel is not turned, the rear wheel turns left and right 5 times.
RAS CONTROL UNIT PART NUMBER
1. Perform “CONSULT-II Start Procedure”. Refer to GI-39, "CONSULT-II Start Procedure" .
2. The part number described on RAS control unit sticker is displayed.
Item (Display or Unit) Remarks
VHCL SPEED SE (km/h) Vehicle speed received via CAN communication is displayed.
STEERING ANG (
) Steering angle received via CAN communication is displayed.
ENGINE SPEED (rpm) Engine speed received via CAN communication is displayed.
POWER STR SOL (A)Power steering solenoid controlling current that RAS control unit outputs is dis-
played.
RR ST ANG_MAI (V) Rear wheel steering angle main sensor output voltage is displayed.
RR ST ANG_SUB (V) Rear wheel angle sub sensor output voltage is displayed.
RR ST ANG_ VOL (V)Voltage supplied from RAS control unit to rear wheel steering angle sensor is
displayed.
C/U VOLTAGE (V) Voltage supplied to RAS control unit is displayed.
MOTOR VOLTAGE (V) Voltage supplied from RAS control unit to RAS motor is displayed.
MOTOR CURRENT (A) RAS motor relay controlling current that RAS control unit outputs is displayed.
MOTOR CRNT OPE (A) Current commanded value to RAS motor is displayed.
RR ANG OPE (
) Angle commanded value to rear wheel steering angle sensor is displayed.
STOP LAMP SW (ON/OFF) Condition of stop lamp switch ON/OFF is displayed.
HICAS RELAY (ON/OFF) RAS motor relay ON/OFF condition is displayed.
FAILSAFE (ON/OFF) Fail-safe ON/OFF condition is displayed.
WARNING LAMP (ON/OFF) RAS warning lamp operating condition is displayed.
STEERING ANG RR ST ANG_MAI RR ST ANG_SUB MOTOR CURRENT
0
(Neutral) 2.4 V 2.4 V No output (Approx. 0 A)
R 90
Approx. 4.4 V Approx. 4.4 V
Output (change)
L 90
Approx. 0.4 V Approx. 0.4 V
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
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Diagnosis Procedure with Self-Diagnosis Function (Without CONSULT- I I )NGS000EL
DESCRIPTION
If a malfunction is detected in the system, the RAS warning lamp turns on and indicates the malfunction. At
that time, fail-safe activates, and then stops the function.
SELF-DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE
1. Start engine.
2. Turn steering wheel left and right at 20
or more and 5 times or more within 10 seconds. And then depress
the service brake 5 times or more.
3. RAS warning lamp blinks (displays normal/malfunction).
SELF-DIAGNOSIS DISPLAY
RAS warning lamp blinks and displays the self-diagnostic results.
Only DTCs are displayed as the pattern shown in the figure, and
then repeat the display.
If all items are normal, RAS warning lamp blinks at 4 Hz cycle.
SELF-DIAGNOSIS DISPLAY ITEMS
HOW TO ERASE SELF-DIAGNOSIS
If there is the history data for when the fail-safe has activated in the past, erase the memory with CONSULT-II.
Refer to STC-29, "
How to Erase Self-Diagnostic Results" .
CAN CommunicationNGS000EM
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
CAN (Controller Area Network) is a serial communication line for real time application. It is an on-vehicle mul-
tiplex communication line with high data communication speed and excellent error detection ability. Many elec-
tronic control units are equipped onto a vehicle, and each control unit shares information and links with other
control units during operation (not independent). In CAN communication, control units are connected with 2
communication lines (CAN H line, CAN L line) allowing a high rate of information transmission with less wiring.
Each control unit transmits/receives data but selectively reads required data only. Refer to LAN-34, "
CAN
Communication Unit" .
SGIA1243E
DTC (warning lamp blinks) Diagnosis item Inspection item
11 RAS control unitSTC-35, "
Inspection 1: RAS Control Unit Malfunction"
12 Motor power supplySTC-35, "Inspection 2: Motor Power Supply System"
13 Motor outputSTC-37, "Inspection 3: RAS Motor Output Malfunction"
21 Vehicle speed signalSTC-38, "Inspection 4: Vehicle Speed Signal"
22 Steering angle signalSTC-38, "Inspection 5: Steering Angle Signal Malfunction"
24 Rear wheel steering angle (main)STC-40, "Inspection 6: Rear Main Signal and Rear Sub Signal
Malfunction"
25 Rear wheel steering angle (sub)STC-40, "Inspection 6: Rear Main Signal and Rear Sub Signal
Malfunction"
26 VDCSTC-42, "Inspection 7: VDC Malfunction"
33 Engine speed signalSTC-43, "Inspection 8: Engine Speed Signal Malfunction"
STC-32
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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
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For Fast and Accurate Trouble DiagnosisNGS000EN
Check the following items with the vehicle stopped
Is air pressure and size of tires proper?
Is the specified part used for the steering wheel?
Is control unit a genuine part?
Are there any fluid leakage from steering gear assembly, power steering oil pump, and hydraulic pipes,
etc? Refer to PS-8, "
POWER STEERING FLUID" .
Is the fluid level proper? Refer to PS-8, "POWER STEERING FLUID" .
Is the wheel alignment is adjusted properly? Refer to FSU-19, "SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS)" (2WD), FSU-36, "SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)" (AWD).
Are there any damage or modification to suspension or body resulting in increased weight or altered
ground clearance?
Check each link installation condition of suspension and axle.
Is the battery voltage proper?
Check each connector connection condition.
Check the following items while driving the vehicle
Conditions when the error occurred (5W 1H).
Is the engine is normal?
Basic InspectionNGS000EO
BASIC INSPECTION 1: POWER SUPPLY CIRCUIT TERMINAL LOOSENESS AND BATTERY
Check battery terminals for looseness on both positive and negative ones and ground connection. Also make
sure that battery voltage does not drop.
BASIC INSPECTION 2: RAS WARNING LAMP INSPECTION
1. Make sure RAS warning lamp turns on when ignition switch is turned ON.
If it does not turn on, refer to STC-33, "Trouble Diagnosis Chart" .
2. Make sure that RAS warning lamp turns off when the engine is started after ignition switch is turned ON. If
it does not turn off, perform self-diagnosis. Refer to STC-28, "
SELF-DIAG RESULT MODE" .
3. Always erase DTC memory after completing self-diagnosis. Refer to STC-29, "
How to Erase Self-Diag-
nostic Results" .
BASIC INSPECTION 3: RAS CONTROL UNIT POWER SUPPLY CIRCUIT AND GROUND CIR-
CUIT INSPECTION
1. CHECK RAS CONTROL UNIT CONNECTOR
Turn ignition switch OFF, disconnect RAS control unit harness connector, and check terminal for deformation,
disconnection, looseness, etc.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 2.
NG >> Poor connection of connector terminal. Repair or replace the terminal.
2. CHECK RAS CONTROL UNIT GROUND CIRCUIT
1. Disconnect RAS control unit harness connector B127, and then
check continuity between RAS control unit harness connector
B127 and ground.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 3.
NG >> Ground circuit open or shorted. Repair or replace any
inoperative parts. Terminal 34 – Ground : Continuity
SGIA1244E
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
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3. CHECK RAS CONTROL UNIT POWER SUPPLY CIRCUIT
Turn ignition switch ON, and then check voltage between RAS con-
trol unit harness connector B127 and ground.
OK or NG
OK >> Power supply and ground circuit are normal.
NG >> Power supply circuit open or shorted. Repair or replace
any inoperative parts.
Trouble Diagnosis ChartNGS000EP
SELF-DIAGNOSIS
Terminal 27 – Ground : Battery voltage (Approx. 12 V)
SGIA1245E
Item
Reference Self-diagnosis function CONSULT-II
DTC
(warning
lamp blinks)Diagnosis item Diagnosis item
11 Control unit CONTROL_UNIT [ABNORMAL 1 - 9]STC-35
12 Motor power supplyMOTOR_VOLTAGE [LOW_VOLTAGE] (ꞏ a)
STC-35MOTOR_VOLTAGE [BAD_OBSTRCT] (ꞏ b)
13 Motor outputMOTOR_OUTPUT [ABNORMAL_SIG] (ꞏ a)
STC-37
MOTOR_OUTPUT [REV_CURRENT] (ꞏ c)
MOTOR_OUTPUT [NO_CURRENT] (ꞏ d)
MOTOR_OUTPUT [OVERCURRENT] (ꞏ e)
MOTOR_OUTPUT [MOTOR_LOCK] (ꞏ b)
21 Vehicle speed signal VEHICLE_SPEED_SEN [NO_SIGNAL]STC-38
22 Steering angle signalSTEERING_ANGLE_SEN [NO_CHANGE] (ꞏ a)
STC-38STEERING_ANGLE_SEN [NO_NEUT_STATE] (ꞏ b)
STEERING_ANGLE_SEN [NO_SIGNAL]
STEERING_ANGLE_SEN
24 Rear wheel steering angle (main)RR_ST_ANGLE_SENSOR [MAIN_SIGNAL] (ꞏ a)
STC-40
RR_ST_ANGLE_SENSOR [ABNORMAL_VOL] (ꞏ d)
RR_ST_ANGLE_SENSOR [OFFSET_SIG 1, 2] (ꞏ c)
25 Rear wheel steering angle (sub)RR_ST_ANGLE_SENSOR [SUB_SIGNAL] (ꞏ b)
RR_ST_ANGLE_SENSOR [ABNORMAL_VOL] (ꞏ d)
RR_ST_ANGLE_SENSOR [OFFSET_SIG 1, 2] (ꞏ c)
26 VDC VDCSTC-42
27 Engine speed signal MOTOR_OUTPUTSTC-43
— CAN COMM CIRCUIT
STC-43
— CONTROL UNIT