Diesel Data: Automotive Repair

DTC 36

DTC 36: Charge of the Motor Voltage
1. Clear the DTC.
2. Start the engine.
3. Turn the steering wheel to right or left, and wait 10 seconds or more.
Does the EPS indicator come on?
YES - Go to step 4.
NO - The system is OK at this time.
4. Stop the engine, and verify the DTC.
Is DTC 36 indicated?
YES - Go to step 5.
NO - Perform the appropriate troubleshooting for the code indicated.
5. Check the EPS (70 A) fuse in the auxiliary under hood fuse box, and reinstall the fuse if it is OK.
Is the fuse OK?
YES - Go to step 6.
NO - Replace the fuse recheck.
6. Disconnect EPS control unit connector C (2P).





7. Measure the voltage between terminal No. 2 and body ground.
Is there battery voltage?
YES - Check for loose EPS control unit connectors. If necessary, substitute a known-good EPS control unit and recheck.
NO - Repair open in the wire between the EPS (70 A) fuse and the EPS control unit.