Kia Forte: Motor Driven Power Steering / MDPS Control Unit
Repair procedures
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If a DTC occurs in the ECU, check the connectors and wiring.
If no problem is found, replace the ECU.
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Before replacing the MDPS ECU, use the diagnostic device to read
the settings of the old ECU
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Perform the "ECU data backup" by KDS following in the order below.
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Connect self-diagnosis connector (16pins) located under the driver
side crash pad to self-diagnosis device, and then turn the self-diagnosis
device after key is ON.
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Select the "vehicle model" and "Motor Driven Power Steering"
on KDS vehicle selection screen.
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Select the "Part replacement (Power steering ECU)" on KDS screen,
then select OK.
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| (4) |
Proceed with the test according to the screen instructions.
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If a DTC occurs in the ECU, check the connectors and
wiring. If no problem is found, replace the ECU.
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Disconnect the battery negative terminal.
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Remove the crash pad lower panel.
(Refer to Body - "Crash pad lower panel")
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Disconnect the MDPS ECU connectors (A).
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Loosen the mounting bolts (A) and then remove the MDPS ECU (B).
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Tightening torque :
19.6 - 23.5 N·m (2.0 - 2.4 kgf·m, 14.5 - 17.4 lb·ft)
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Install in the reverse order of removal.
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Perform the "ECU data restore" by KDS following in the order below.
| (1) |
Connect self-diagnosis connector (16pins) located under the driver
side crash pad to self-diagnosis device, and then turn the self-diagnosis
device after key is ON.
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| (2) |
Select the "vehicle model" and "Motor Driven Power Steering"
on KDS vehicle selection screen.
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| (3) |
Select the "Part replacement (Power steering ECU)" on KDS screen,
then select OK.
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| (4) |
Proceed with the test according to the screen instructions.
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Perform the "Steering Angle Sensor (SAS) Calibration" and "Set the steering
feel torque to zero".
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Turn off the IGN switch and wait for 10 seconds or more. Then check the
operation after starting the engine.
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Steering Angle Sensor (SAS) Calibration and Set the
steering feel torque to zero
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Check that the battery is fully charged before "Steering Angle
Sensor (SAS) Calibration".
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Be careful not to disconnect any cables connected to the vehicle
or scan tool during "Steering Angle Sensor (SAS) Calibration".
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After completing the "Steering Angle Sensor (SAS) Calibration",
switch off the ignition and wait for several seconds. Then, start
the engine to confirm normal operation of the vehicle.
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| 1. |
Connect self-diagnosis connector (16pins) located under the driver side
crash pad to self-diagnosis device, and then turn the self-diagnosis device
after key is ON.
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| 2. |
Select the "vehicle model" and "Motor Driven Power Steering" on KDS vehicle
selection screen.
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Select the "Steering Angle Sensor (SAS) Calibration" on KDS screen, then
select OK.
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Proceed with the test according to the screen instructions.
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Select the "Set the steering feel torque to zero" on KDS screen, then
select OK.
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Proceed with the test according to the screen instructions.
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| 8. |
Turn off the IG switch and wait for 10 seconds or more before starting
the engine. And then make sure that MDPS works properly.
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Repair procedures
Replacement
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When a DTC related to MDPS motor occurs, check the connecto ...
Repair procedures
Removal
1.
Remove the steering column and shaft assembly.
(Refer to Motor Driven Power Steering - "Steering Column and Shaft")
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Other information:
General information
Towing
If the vehicle needs to be towed, call a professional towing service. Never tow
vehicle with just a rope or chain. It is very dangerous.
[Front]
[Rear]
Emergency Towing
There are three popular methods of towing a vehicle :
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Operating conditions
The indicator on the switch will illuminate
when the BCW (Blind-Spot
Collision Warning) system switch is
pressed with the ignition switch ON.
If the vehicle speed exceeds 30 km/h
(20 mph), the system will activate.
If you press the switch again, the
switch indica ...
MDPS Motor
MDPS Column and Housing