If a problem occurs in the electric power steering system, the p/s warning light will come on in the combination meter and steering power assist will be stopped, fixed at a particular point, or decreased simultaneously to protect the system.

Hint:
The amount of power assist may be decreased to prevent the motor and ecus from overheating if the steering wheel is continuously turned when the vehicle is either stopped or driven at a low speed, or if the steering wheel is kept at either full lock position for a long time. In such cases, the amount of power assist returns to normal if the steering wheel is not turned for approximately 10 minutes with the engine idling.
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Data list / active testSwitches
Driving position memory switches*1
Window lock switch
Power window switches
Door lock switches
Outside rear view mirror switches
"ODO TRIP" switch (vehicles with 7-inch multi-information display)
"ODO TRIP" switch (vehicles with 12.3-inch multi-information
display)
Instrument panel light ...
Removal (2005/11-2006/01)
Disconnect cable from negative battery
terminal
Caution:
Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the
cable from the negative (-) battery terminal to
prevent airbag and seat belt pretensioner activation.
Remove front door scuff plate lh
Using a screwdriver, detach the 10 cla ...
Disassembly (2005/11-2006/01)
Remove front axle inboard joint boot no. 2 Clamp lh
One touch type:
Using a screwdriver, remove the inboard joint
boot clamp, as shown in the illustration.
Claw engagement type:
Using needle-nose pliers, remove the inboard
joint boot clamp, as shown in the illustra ...