Chassis
generic / SAE
C0051
Power Steering Position Sensor Performance
The chassis or power steering control module has detected that the steering position signal is implausible compared to vehicle motion. Stability control may be limited because correct yaw and slip-angle calculation depends on a valid steering angle.
SystemChassis
Typegeneric / SAE
GroupC0
Range / number– / 51
Possible causes
- Steering angle sensor not calibrated after alignment or repair high
- Steering angle sensor failed medium
- Signal path through clock spring degraded low
Symptoms
- ABS warning light on
- ESC/stability control deactivated
- Possible reduced brake assist
- Speedometer may behave erratically
Inspection / repair
- Difficulty: medium
- DIY: shop recommended
- Estimated cost: 80–600 €
- Estimated time: 0.5–2.5 h
- Component: steering angle sensor
- Component: power steering module
- Component: chassis control module
Sources
References
sae:J2012