Ford Ecosport: Power Steering / Description and Operation - Power Steering - Overview
Overview
The EPAS
system provides steering assist to the driver by replacing the
conventional, hydraulic pump system with an electric motor coupled to
the steering shaft. The system is controlled by the PSCM
which senses the steering effort using sensors mounted between the
steering column shaft and the steering gear. Steering assist is provided
in proportion to steering effort and vehicle speed.
System Operation
System Diagram
Item
Description
1
EPAS column
2
HS-CAN
3
EPAS motor
4
Steering shaft position sensor
5
Steering shaft torque sensor
6
PSCM
7
IPC
8
ABS module
9
PCM
Network Message Chart
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Other information:
Materials
Name
Specification
Motorcraft® Metal Brake Parts CleanerPM-4-A, PM-4-B, APM-4-C
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Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the wheel and tire.
Refer to: Wheel and Tire (204-04A Wheels and Tires, Removal and Installation).
NOTE:
Make sure new bolts are inst..
Overview
The perimeter anti-theft alarm system has three operation modes:
ARMED - The perimeter anti-theft alarm is armed when the
ignition is OFF and all vehicle entry points have been electrically
locked for 20 seconds.
ACTIVE - When the perimeter anti-theft alarm activates,
the horn sounds and all turn signals and interior courtesy lamps flash.
The horn stops soundin..