ESP RENAULT SCENIC 2006 J84 / 2.G Power Assisted Steering Workshop Manual

POWER ASSISTED STEERING
Fault finding - Introduction
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To cut off the + after ignition feed, proceed as follows:
–disconnect the diagnostic tool,
–press the start button briefly 2 times (less than 3 seconds),
–confirm that the forced + after ignition feed has been cut off by checking that the computer indicator lights on the
instrument panel have gone out.
Faults
Faults are declared as either present or stored (depending on whether they appeared in a certain context and have
disappeared since, or whether they remain present but have not been diagnosed within the current context).
The present or stored status of faults should be taken into consideration when the diagnostic tool is used following
the + after ignition supply being switched on (without acting on the system components).
For a present fault, apply the procedure described in the Interpretation of faults section.
For a stored fault, note the faults displayed and apply the notes section.
If the fault is confirmed when the instructions in the Notes section are applied, the fault is present. Deal with the fault
If the fault is not confirmed, check:
–the electrical lines which correspond to the fault,
–the connectors on these lines (corrosion, bent pins, etc.),
–the resistance of the component detected as faulty,
–the condition of the wires (melted or cut insulation, wear).
Conformity check
The aim of the conformity check is to check data that does not produce a fault on the diagnostic tool when
inconsistent. Therefore, this stage is used to:
–carry out fault finding on faults that do not have a fault display, and which may correspond to a customer
complaint.
–check that the system is operating correctly and that there is no risk of a fault recurring after repairs.
This section gives the fault finding procedures for statuses and parameters and the conditions for checking them.
If a status is not behaving normally or a parameter is outside the permitted tolerance values, consult the
corresponding fault finding page.
Customer complaints - Fault finding chart
If the test with the diagnostic tool is OK but the customer complaint is still present, the fault should be processed by
customer complaint.
A summary of the overall procedure to follow is provided on the following page in the form of a flow chart.

POWER ASSISTED STEERING
Fault finding - Introduction
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4. FAULT FINDING PROCEDURE (continued)
Wiring check:
Fault finding problems:
Disconnecting the connectors and/or manipulating the wiring harness may temporarily remove the cause of a fault.
Electrical measurements of voltage, resistance and insulation are generally correct, especially if the fault is not
present when the analysis is made (stored fault).
Visual inspection:
Look for damage under the bonnet and in the passenger compartment.
Carefully check the fuses, insulation and wiring routing.
Look for signs of oxidation.
Tactile inspection:
While manipulating the wiring harness, use the diagnostic tool to note any change in fault status from stored to
present.
Make sure that the connectors are properly locked.
Apply light pressure to the connectors.
Twist the wiring harness.
If there is a change in status, try to locate the source of the fault.
Inspection of each component:
Disconnect the connectors and check the appearance of the clips and tabs, as well as their crimping (no crimping on
the insulating section).
Make sure that the clips and tabs are properly locked in the sockets.
Make sure no clips or tabs have been dislodged during connection.
Check the clip contact pressure using an appropriate model of tab.
Resistance check:
Check the continuity of entire lines, then section by section.
Look for a short circuit to earth, to + 12 V or to another wire.
If a fault is detected, repair or replace the wiring harness.

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Fault finding - Replacement of components36B
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Fault finding - Replacement of components
The power-assisted steering computer cannot be separated from the steering column.
Before replacing the electric power assisted steering computer, the battery must be disconnected.
Procedure to follow after battery disconnection:
Every time the battery is disconnected, the steering wheel angle is invalid (remains at 0) and status ET020 is at
Status 3.
Following a road test, this will result in a fault in the Electronic Stability Program.
Therefore, every time the battery is disconnected, turn the steering wheel from lock to lock, then bring back the
steering wheel to the centre point with the wheels set straight ahead and the engine running.
Check that ET020 Steering wheel angle sensor programming becomes Status 4.
If the fault is still present, stop and restart the engine without pressing the ESP button and repeat the procedure
above.
Replacing the computer:
Each time the Electric Power Assisted Steering computer is replaced, configure the computer to the vehicle (see
SC001 Computer calibration) and program the steering wheel angle sensor (VP004 Steering wheel angle sensor
programming).
The computer must only be replaced with the battery disconnected.
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Fault finding - Configurations and programming36B
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Fault finding - Configurations and programming
VP004: STEERING WHEEL ANGLE SENSOR PROGRAMMING
NOTESThis programming procedure is performed after replacing the EPAS computer.
WARNING
Programming the steering wheel angle sensor means programming the 0 angle (wheels straight ahead position).
It must be done for any blank computer, and every time it is requested in this note.
The absence of or incorrect programming of this sensor will illuminate the Service warning light and create an
Electronic Stability Program fault.
OPERATIONS TO PERFORM BEFORE PROGRAMMING
–With the ignition on or engine running (to obtain maximum steering assistance), turn the steering wheel to full
left lock and then to full right lock,
–position the vehicle with the wheels straight ahead and the steering at the centre point (driving in a straight line),
–run the command by pressing the CONFIRM button,
–while the COMMAND IN PROGRESS message is displayed, turn the steering wheel a quarter of a turn from left
to right.
–Once the COMMAND COMPLETE message is displayed, exit fault finding mode (close dialogue with the
computer without switching off the tool) and then switch off the vehicle's ignition for 15 seconds minimum for
the programming to be registered.
Note:
To obtain a precise position with the wheels set straight ahead (driving in a straight line), this operation must be
performed on a front axle adjustment bench (especially for vehicles fitted with ESP).
OPERATIONS TO PERFORM AFTER PROGRAMMING
–Switch on the ignition and establish dialogue with the EPAS computer,
–turn the steering wheel to full left lock and then to full right lock,
–check that the programming has been properly registered: ET020 Steering wheel angle sensor programming
should be STATUS 4,
–check the conformity of the angle value by consulting parameter PR121 Steering wheel angle,
–check that there are no faults,
–carry out the necessary repairs, consulting the fault finding manual.
IMPORTANT
If the vehicle is fitted with ESP, establish dialogue with the ABS/ESP computer after the operation; if the function
is available (depending on computer version) clear the ESP sensor programming using command RZ003.
Make sure there are no ESP faults: make the necessary repairs, consulting the fault finding manual.
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SC001: COMPUTER CALIBRATION
NOTESThis configuration is performed after replacing the EPAS computer.
WARNING
The computer is supplied with the default calibration 0.
An incorrect configuration may damage the function.
Command SC001 is used to define the vehicle specifications.
The configuration is determined by the following specifications:
–Vehicle type:
–The diameter of the vehicle wheel rims:
–The vehicle engine type and gearbox type:
CALIBRATION PROCEDURE:
–Connect the diagnostic tool and select EPAS,
–select command SC001 Computer calibration,
–configure the computer in line with the vehicle definition,
–exit fault finding mode without switching off the tool (close the application only),
–switch off the ignition,
–wait 15 seconds for the end of power-Iatch then restart,
–make sure that the configuration reading corresponds to the desired calibration:
LC005 or ET026 Computer calibration.

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LC005: COMPUTER CALIBRATION
Reading configuration LC005 enables you to check that the computer calibration corresponds with the vehicle type
undergoing fault finding.
The values of LC005 are interpreted in ET026 (see Interpretation of statuses).
If the calibration is not to your satisfaction, use command SC001 to redefine the vehicle specifications.

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Fault finding - Fault Finding Chart
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ALP3 Poor vehicle handling
NOTESNone
Check using status ET026 Computer calibration that the computer configuration corresponds to the vehicle
equipment, wheel size, vehicle type and engine:
Configure the computer correctly using the diagnostic tool, if necessary (see SC001 Computer calibration).
Check the conformity of PR014 Assistance level available.
Check the condition and pressure of the tyres, the condition of the joints and the front axle geometry.
Check the vehicle battery voltage and the condition of the battery terminals.
Repair if necessary.
Check the condition and presence of the electric power steering supply fuse.
Repair if necessary.
Check the condition of the electric power steering black 2-track power connector.
If there is a repair procedure (see Technical Note 6015A, Repairing electrical wiring, Wiring: Precautions for
repair), repair the connector, otherwise change the wiring.
If the fault is still present, contact the Techline.
AFTER REPAIRCarry out a road test followed by a check with the diagnostic tool.
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