OBD Guide

B3593

Steering System Mode Switch Circuit Malfunction

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$56–167 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Switching steering modes does not work
  • Check Engine Light Is On
  • Steering only works in one mode

Causes

  • Open or short circuit in wiring harness
  • Malfunction of the steering mode switch
  • Problems with the steering control unit
  • Contact corrosion

How to Fix

  1. Check wiring harness for damage
  2. Check the steering mode switch
  3. Check the steering control unit
  4. Clean or replace corroded contacts

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