OBD Guide

B051A

Left Side Assist Step Motor Control Circuit

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Do not drive — repair immediately
Approx. repair cost
$56–167 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Left side step does not work
  • Intermittent system operation
  • The fault indicator lights up

Causes

  • Open or short circuit in wiring harness
  • Stepper motor fault
  • Problems with the control unit
  • Oxidation of contacts in connectors
  • Fuse or relay failure

How to Fix

  1. Check the integrity of the wiring harness
  2. Inspect connectors for oxidation
  3. Check the operation of the stepper motor
  4. Diagnose the control unit
  5. Replace faulty components

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