What is it??

What does it effect??

Whats the fix??

Thanks to all!

 

well if it is related to the column lock...it means you are DOOMED!! DOOMED!! :rofl:

seriously.....I have no idea but it is probably related...actually sounds like your column lock maybe isn't working which in most cases is a good thing :lol:

hopefully somebody who actually knows will chime in soon :seeya

 

3 questions:
What is the prefix letter on the trouble code is it a "C"?
Is there a suffix on the code? A "C" or a "H"
Do you have active handling?

 

Rich

How about

TCS C1286H

I have cleared it but it returns. Yes, the "SERVICE ACTIVE HANDLING" crap starts flashing..

What does it do, what can blow up?? Any ideas would be greatly appreciated!!

:steering:

 

Sorry I have never experienced this so I can't give you much more than what the book says. I have also emailed you a view of the 20 pin connector it says to check on the back RH side of the engine compartment the feed into the passenger cabin.
Here is what the book says:
Circuit Description
Steer angle centering is the process by which the EBCM calibrates the steering sensor output so that it reads zero when the steering wheel is centered. The initial steering wheel center position is calculated after driving 10 km/h (6 mph) for more than 10 seconds in a straight line on a fairly level surface. The EBCM uses the Yaw Rate Sensor, Lateral Accelerometer and Wheel Speed Sensors to tell if the vehicle is moving in a straight line. This centering routine is necessary to compensate for wear in the steering and suspension. Wear in the steering and suspension can result in a change in the relationship between the steering wheel and the front wheels. By running the centering routine the EBCM can compensate for these changes by changing the digital and analog center position.

Conditions for Setting the DTC
• DTC C1286 can be set after the centering routines completion if the bias value is plus or minus 40°from the previous bias value.
• DTC C1286 can also be set at start up if the bias value was out of range on the last ignition cycle.
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
ABS and TCS remain enabled, Active Handling(TM) is disabled.
• Indicators that turn on: Car Icon (TCS indicator)
• Messages displayed on the DTC: Service Active HNDLG
Service Vehicle Soon

Conditions for Clearing the DTC
• Condition for DTC is no longer present and scan tool clear DTC function is used.
• Fifty ignition cycles have passed with no DTCs detected.
Diagnostic Aids
• It is very important to check the vehicle for proper alignment. The car should not pull in either direction while driving straight on a flat surface. It is very important to find out from the driver when the code was set, (when the SERVICE ACTIVE HNDLG message was activated). This information may help to duplicate the failure.
• It is very important that a thorough inspection of the wiring and connectors be performed. Failure to carefully inspect wiring and connectors may result in misdiagnosis, causing part replacement with reappearance of the malfunction. Check connector C102 RH side rear of engine compartment for water intrusion or missing plugs, and that the connector is oriented horizontal to prevent water intrusion.
• An intermittent malfunction is most likely caused by a poor connection, rubbed through wire insulation, or a wire that is broken inside the insulation. Refer to Testing for Electrical Intermittents in Diagrams, Diagnostic Aids.