DTC Troubleshooting: 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 4.


NO - The system is OK at this time.n


4.Stop the engine, and verify the DTC.

Is DTC 36 indicated?


YES - Go to 5.


NO - Perform the appropriate troubleshooting for the code indicated.n


5.Check the EPS (70A) fuse in the main under-hood fuse box, and reinstall the fuse if it is OK.

Is the fuse OK?


YES - Go to 6.


NO - Replace the fuse recheck.n


6.Disconnect EPS control unit connector B (2P).

7.Measure the voltage between EPS control unit connector B (2P) terminal No. 1 and body ground.

Is there battery voltage?


YES - Check for loose wires or poor connections at EPS control unit connectors. If necessary, substitute a known-good  EPS control unit and recheck.n


NO - Repair open in the wire between EPS ( 70A) fuse and  EPS control unit.n