OBD Guide

U0126

Lost Communication With Steering Angle Sensor Module

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$33–167 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Check Engine or ESP light is on
  • Disabling the stabilization system (ESP)
  • Incorrect operation of cruise control
  • Problems with the parking assistance system
  • Automatic parking system does not work (if equipped)

Causes

  • Malfunction of the steering angle sensor
  • Broken or damaged wiring to the sensor
  • Poor contact in the sensor connector
  • Sensor power problems
  • The need to calibrate the sensor after repair work

How to Fix

  1. Check the integrity of the wiring to the sensor
  2. Check the contacts in the sensor connector
  3. Check the power supply and ground of the sensor
  4. Scan for other trouble codes
  5. Calibrate the steering angle sensor
  6. If necessary, replace the steering angle sensor

Related codes

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