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:
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Wooden Block
DISASSEMBLY
NOTICE:
Failure to follow the instructions below may result in damage to the TPMS .
NOTICE:
The TPMS
sensor is mounted to the valve stem. Removal of the valve stem
requires dismounting the tire from the wheel and removal of the TPMS sensor.
NOTE:
Use only the Digital Tire Pressure Gauge any tim..
Disconnect
WARNING:
Before beginning any service procedure in this
section, refer to Health and Safety Precautions in section 100-00
General Information. Failure to follow this instruction may result in
serious personal injury.
Refer to: Health and Safety Precautions (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation).
NOTE:
To avoid wiring pi..