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.
Freeze frame data
Data list / active testPressure control solenoid "B" performance (shift solenoid valve sl2)
Description
The ecm uses signals from the output shaft speed sensor and input speed
sensor to detect the actual
gear position (1st, 2nd, 3rd or o/d gear).
Then the ecm compares the actual gear with the shift schedule in the ecm memory
to detect mechanical
problems of the shift solenoid ...
Diagnostic trouble code chart
Hint:
If no abnormality is found when inspecting parts, check the
skid control ecu and check for poor contact at the ground
points.
If a dtc is displayed during the dtc check, check the
circuit for the dtc listed in the table below. For details of
each dtc, refer to the page indicated. ...
Cruise control system cruise control main switch
Components
Removal
Caution:
Be sure to read the precautionary notices concerning the
srs airbag system before servicing it (see page rs-1).
Disconnect cable from negative battery
terminal
Caution:
Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the
cable from the negative (-) batt ...