Forscan Steering angle sensor error

geekness · Wed Apr 11, 2018 7:22 pm

I asked this question over at the new ranger forums, but haven't had much luck, so thought I could ask here, as this site seems closely oriented around the forscan software.
http://www.newranger.net/forums/viewtop ... 31&t=10996

When I changed out my oil pump a while ago, I had to take the steering rack out, but when I put it all back together I got an error light on the dash (traction control light)
I checked all the bolts and connections and everything looks to be bolted correctly and torqued as it states in my service manual.
I checked in Torque Pro and it wasn't giving me an error.

So, because I live in a remote town, the nearest place that can do any of these diagnostics for me is 3hrs drive, which means taking a full day off work, with no guarantee of a fix, so im tring to diagnose and hopefully fix the issue myself.

So now I've recently got a USB ELM327 module (the type with the HS/MS switch) and installed FORScan on my windows PC and found a number of errors to do with the ABS module and found the error codes I've been looking for.

So I've come here to see if you guys can understand what I need to do to correct the issue, and clear the code.
Here are the errors that are associated with the steering

And here is the full download from my DTC (SASM= Steering Angle Sensor Module)

Code: Select all

===PCM DTC None===
Successful DTC reading, no error codes found

Module: Powertrain Control Module

===END PCM DTC None===

===OBDII DTC None===
Successful DTC reading, no error codes found

Module: On Board Diagnostic II

===END OBDII DTC None===

===ABS DTC U0428:00-28===
Code: U0428 - Invalid Data Received From SASM

Status: 
 - Previously Set DTC - Not Present at Time of Request
 - Malfunction Indicator Lamp is Off for this DTC

Module: Antilock braking system

===END ABS DTC U0428:00-28===

===ABS DTC C0051:54-AB===
Code: C0051 - Steering Wheel Position Sensor

Additional Fault Symptom:
 - Missing Calibration

Status: 
 - DTC Present at Time of Request
 - Malfunction Indicator Lamp is On for this DTC

Module: Antilock braking system

===END ABS DTC C0051:54-AB===

===RCM DTC None===
Successful DTC reading, no error codes found

Module: Restraint Control Module

===END RCM DTC None===

===BCMii DTC B1098:11-68===
Code: B1098 - Left Position Light

Additional Fault Symptom:
 - Circuit Short To Ground

Status: 
 - Previously Set DTC - Not Present at Time of Request
 - Malfunction Indicator Lamp is Off for this DTC
 - Test not complete

Module: Body Control Module

 Freeze Frame :
-GLOBTIM: 142261275 sec - Global real time
-TOTDIST: 125026.0 km - Total Distance
-MAINECUV: 12.75 Volt - Main ECU voltage supply
-INCARTMP: -40 °C - In car temperature
===END BCMii DTC B1098:11-68===

===SRM DTC None===
Successful DTC reading, no error codes found

Module: Speech Recognition Module

===END SRM DTC None===

===IPC DTC U0257:00-2A===
Code: U0257 - Lost Communication With Front Controls / Display Interface Module

Status: 
 - DTC Present at Time of Request
 - Malfunction Indicator Lamp is Off for this DTC

Module: Instrument Panel Control Module

===END IPC DTC U0257:00-2A===

===IPC DTC U0184:00-2A===
Code: U0184 - Lost Communication With Radio

Status: 
 - DTC Present at Time of Request
 - Malfunction Indicator Lamp is Off for this DTC

Module: Instrument Panel Control Module

===END IPC DTC U0184:00-2A===

I assume my other error codes are because I currently don't have a head unit in my car. I took it out for some upgrades.

Wed Apr 11, 2018 8:34 pm

Looks as though it needs a calibration run on the ABS module. I have not plugged IDS into a MK1 so cannot look to see if it exists as a service function.

In Forscan click on the spanner and see if there is an option to recalibrate steering/ABS etc.

Maybe put up a screen shot of this page also.

geekness · Thu Apr 12, 2018 8:29 pm

Will do, thanks.

geekness · Thu Apr 12, 2018 10:55 pm

OK, I got a heap of data for you.
I found a couple of tools for "re-setting" the ABS. Im just not sure if I should do it or not.

Service Functions

ABS Module

Configuration and Programming

I've also attacehd my saved data from my (AS BUILT Formats), and attached here for your perusal, just in case.

RCM Module Configuration (AS BUILT Format).abt: (188 Bytes) Downloaded 6 times

RCM Module Configuration (AS BUILT Format).abt: (188 Bytes) Downloaded 6 times

IPC Module Configuration (AS BUILT Format).abt: (5.25 KiB) Downloaded 4 times

IPC Module Configuration (AS BUILT Format).abt: (5.25 KiB) Downloaded 4 times

BCMii Module Configuration (AS BUILT Format).abt: (220 Bytes) Downloaded 3 times

BCMii Module Configuration (AS BUILT Format).abt: (220 Bytes) Downloaded 3 times

Let me know if you need anything else.
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On a side note, when being a little curious I pressed the play button on the BCMii (Main) tool and got this message:

I had a quick read of the message, then looked up and saw a heap of lights appear on the dash, so I pressed cancel and everything went back to normal.
What was Forscan trying to do here?

geekness · Sun Apr 15, 2018 11:47 am

I just loaded the steering angle sensor PID and found that with my wheels pointed exactly straight forward and steering wheel in the correct position, I get a readout of 360^. My guess is that I need to tell the computer that the 360^ is actually zero.

I must have re-connected the steering linkage at 360^ when I had the steering rack out.
I wonder if I just re-rotate it by 360^ if it will go back to zero?

IIf you're able to let me know how to re-set the sensor readout through Forscan, I'll also have a go at the linkage tomorrow afternoon.

geekness · Sun Apr 15, 2018 11:52 am

I've fixed my steering linkage and have the angle set correctly. 0^ has the wheels pointed straight.
I cleared all the DTCs and still getting the steering wheel position sensor error.
I suspect some sort of calibration is needed, as forscan states "missing calibration"

Things ive tried:
with engine on, turned wheels full lock in each direction, then back to center. no change.
Went for a drive and drove straight nice and slow (<20km/h) for about 200m. no change still.

There is an option to run a calibration on the ABS module through Forscan, im just hesitant as I've never done it before.
Do you know what would happen if I run the calibration?

geekness · Sun Apr 15, 2018 12:02 pm

Reset all DTCs. no change
Did an ABS module reset (in the service procedure tab) no change.
Did a module initialization/relearn vehicle data (in the configuration and programming tab) no change.

janemar · Sat Apr 21, 2018 12:17 am

Try reseting PSCM module, and drive straight for about 100meters.

Wed Apr 25, 2018 5:59 pm

Next I would have said the above but it is not an option in Forscan for the PX1.

There may be something in the factory service manual and if not there may be an option in Ford IDS. I do not have access to a PX1 so cannot look to see if IDS has an option for this.

Is the vehicle driving and running correctly? Have you driven for 15 minutes and re checked faults codes. Does it through and engine check light or spanner or is it just a fault code when checked with Forscan?

geekness · Tue May 01, 2018 3:14 pm

saeb wrote: ↑Wed Apr 25, 2018 5:59 pm Next I would have said the above but it is not an option in Forscan for the PX1.

There may be something in the factory service manual and if not there may be an option in Ford IDS. I do not have access to a PX1 so cannot look to see if IDS has an option for this.

Is the vehicle driving and running correctly? Have you driven for 15 minutes and re checked faults codes. Does it through and engine check light or spanner or is it just a fault code when checked with Forscan?

What is Ford IDS?

Yes, the vehicle is running, and running well for the matter. I've just done a 1200km trip over the last week, and didn't get any new warning lights up, but I haven't checked if Forscan has thrown any new codes up. Will have a check later this week.

PS, i really appreciate the help you guys give.

Tue May 01, 2018 4:53 pm

It is Fords service diagnostic software.

geekness · Wed May 02, 2018 10:14 am

saeb wrote: ↑Tue May 01, 2018 4:53 pm It is Fords service diagnostic software.

Which is different to Forscan I guess?

Wed May 02, 2018 10:37 am

geekness wrote: ↑Wed May 02, 2018 10:14 am
saeb wrote: ↑Tue May 01, 2018 4:53 pm It is Fords service diagnostic software.
Which is different to Forscan I guess?

Yes, Ford factory software vs 3rd party software. There are pro's and con's of each. A fair percentage of IDS features have been incorporated into Forscan but not all.

Tue Jan 15, 2019 9:07 pm

An update on this.

I noticed Friday that Ford IDS definately has an option to realign the steering wheel angle on a PX1.