C1287 Steering Wheel Position Code
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C1287 Steering Wheel Position Code
I’m getting an intermittent (28-TCS) C1287H code, Steering Position Sensor Circuit, on my 2002 Coupe with 45K miles. I put about 6K miles/yr on the car. Right now I’m getting the code about every other time I drive the car. The code is announced on the DIC as “Service Active Handling”. I first got this message a year ago, and it would reappear after about 6-8 weeks. When I started checking the codes about 6 months ago, I also noticed a C1214H code, Solenoid Valve Relay Contact or Coil Circuit Open. I don’t know how long it had been in the system. As I continue checking and clearing codes, I only get C1287H. It is always a History code, even when I stop and check it immediately. The C1214 code has not reappeared. I’ve gotten the C1287H code about six times in the past 4 weeks. Steering wheel tracks straight, tires are great, no alignment issues.
Five months ago I assumed I needed to go to ABS Fixer and replace the EBCM (based on seeing the C1214 code). But now, since I’m only getting the C1287 code, I’m wondering if the problem is only in the Steering Position Sensor itself (which I would take to a mechanic for servicing). I’ve read many threads on similar issues. I’m not sure why the C1214 code has not re-appeared, or if that is important. Any ideas would be much appreciated.
Five months ago I assumed I needed to go to ABS Fixer and replace the EBCM (based on seeing the C1214 code). But now, since I’m only getting the C1287 code, I’m wondering if the problem is only in the Steering Position Sensor itself (which I would take to a mechanic for servicing). I’ve read many threads on similar issues. I’m not sure why the C1214 code has not re-appeared, or if that is important. Any ideas would be much appreciated.
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I’m getting an intermittent (28-TCS) C1287H code, Steering Position Sensor Circuit, on my 2002 Coupe with 45K miles. I put about 6K miles/yr on the car. Right now I’m getting the code about every other time I drive the car. The code is announced on the DIC as “Service Active Handling”. I first got this message a year ago, and it would reappear after about 6-8 weeks. When I started checking the codes about 6 months ago, I also noticed a C1214H code, Solenoid Valve Relay Contact or Coil Circuit Open. I don’t know how long it had been in the system. As I continue checking and clearing codes, I only get C1287H. It is always a History code, even when I stop and check it immediately. The C1214 code has not reappeared. I’ve gotten the C1287H code about six times in the past 4 weeks. Steering wheel tracks straight, tires are great, no alignment issues.
Five months ago I assumed I needed to go to ABS Fixer and replace the EBCM (based on seeing the C1214 code). But now, since I’m only getting the C1287 code, I’m wondering if the problem is only in the Steering Position Sensor itself (which I would take to a mechanic for servicing). I’ve read many threads on similar issues. I’m not sure why the C1214 code has not re-appeared, or if that is important. Any ideas would be much appreciated.
Five months ago I assumed I needed to go to ABS Fixer and replace the EBCM (based on seeing the C1214 code). But now, since I’m only getting the C1287 code, I’m wondering if the problem is only in the Steering Position Sensor itself (which I would take to a mechanic for servicing). I’ve read many threads on similar issues. I’m not sure why the C1214 code has not re-appeared, or if that is important. Any ideas would be much appreciated.
Sensor ~$80
Dealership labor ~$250
HTH
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I was getting the C1287 code randomly for a while. It just got worst (more frequent) over time. I replaced the Steering Wheel Position Sensor and the problem was fixed. The plastic donut (sensor) has multiple copper contacts inside and they wear out.
Sensor ~$80
Dealership labor ~$250
HTH
Sensor ~$80
Dealership labor ~$250
HTH
I have a SWPS just waiting to go in
