Chassis
generic / SAE
C061C
Variable Effort Steering Actuator Control Circuit/Open
Open circuit on variable effort steering (VES) actuator. VES varies steering assist with vehicle speed.
SystemChassis
Typegeneric / SAE
GroupC0
Range / number6 / 1C
Possible causes
- Wiring break high
- Pin pushed back out of connector body low
- Cracked solder joint inside the module or sensor 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: 150–1200 €
- Estimated time: 0.5–3 h
- Component: ves actuator
- MIL / check engine light
- limp mode possible
Sources
References
sae:J2012