OBD Guide

C0208

Steering Wheel Position Sensor

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

Symptoms

  • Incorrect operation of the electric power steering
  • ESP or EPS indicator is on
  • Difficulty turning the steering wheel
  • Unexpected activation of the stabilization system

Causes

  • Broken or damaged sensor wiring harness
  • Malfunction of the steering position sensor itself
  • Problems with the sensor connector (oxidation, corrosion)
  • EPS or ESP module malfunction

How to Fix

  1. Check the integrity of the sensor wiring harness
  2. Inspect the sensor connector for damage
  3. Check the sensor resistance with a multimeter
  4. Replace the steering wheel position sensor if necessary
  5. Check the operation of the EPS/ESP system after repair

Related codes

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