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Rattle, Clunk, or Shudder Noise from the Power Steering System - Electronic Power Steering > < DTC C044A

DTC C0565

Diagnostic Instructions

•  Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using this diagnostic procedure.
•  Review Strategy Based Diagnosis for an overview of the diagnostic approach.
•  Diagnostic Procedure Instructions provides an overview of each diagnostic category.

DTC Descriptor

DTC C0565 5A: Vehicle Identification Number Not Plausible

Circuit/System Description

The vehicle identification number (VIN) is programmed into the power steering control module during initial programming of the module.

Conditions for Running the DTC

Ignition ON

Conditions for Setting the DTC

The power steering control module is not properly programmed.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

•  DTC C0565 is stored in memory.
•  The driver information center displays the SERVICE POWER STEERING warning message.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

•  A current DTC will clear on the next malfunction-free ignition cycle.
•  A history DTC will clear after 40 consecutive malfunction-free ignition cycles.

Diagnostic Aids

A newly replaced power steering control module can set one or more DTC on its initial ignition ON cycle.

Reference Information


Schematic Reference

Power Steering Schematics


Connector End View Reference

Component Connector End Views


Description and Operation

Power Steering System Description and Operation


Electrical Information Reference


Scan Tool Reference

Control Module References for scan tool information

Circuit/System Verification

1. Verify that DTC C0565 is not present.
If the DTC is present, program the K43 Power Steering Control Module and verify the DTC does not reset.
2. If the DTC resets, replace the K43 Power Steering Control Module.

Repair Instructions

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.

•  Power Steering Assist Motor Replacement for power steering control module replacement
•  Control Module References for power steering control module replacement, programming and setup

Rattle, Clunk, or Shudder Noise from the Power Steering System - Electronic Power Steering > < DTC C044A