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DTC C0545 > < Rattle, Clunk, or Shudder Noise from the Power Steering System - Hydraulic Power Steering

DTC C0569

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 C0569 3A: System Configuration Incorrect Component Installed

Circuit/System Description

The power steering control module continuously monitors the thermal cycle counter of the steering gear. If the power steering control module is replaced, the thermal cycle counter value needs to be transferred from the existing power steering control module over to the new power steering control module using the SPS Electric Power Steering Setup Procedure.

Conditions for Running the DTC

The ignition is ON.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

The thermal cycle counter value does not meet the system requirement.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

•  DTC C0569 is stored in memory.
•  The driver information center displays the SERVICE POWER STEERING warning message.
•  No Steering assist.

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.

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. Ignition ON.
2. Verify that DTC C0569 3A is not set.
If the DTC is set, perform Power Steering Control Module Programming and Setup . If the DTC resets, replace the steering gear.

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

DTC C0545 > < Rattle, Clunk, or Shudder Noise from the Power Steering System - Hydraulic Power Steering