C0079

Variable Effort Steering

Severity

⚠️ Medium

Can you drive?

Limited driving only, diagnose soon

Approx. repair cost

$56–167 (est.)

Symptoms

Change in steering effort for no apparent reason
Unstable steering behavior
The indicator light on the dashboard comes on

Causes

System solenoid valve malfunction
Wiring harness damage
Problems with speed or steering position sensors
Steering control unit malfunction

How to Fix

Check wiring harness for damage
Check system solenoid valves
Check speed and steering position sensors
Check the steering control unit
Replace faulty components

Related codes

C0080 C0081 C0082