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DTC Troubleshooting

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara and 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
DTC TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE

Step Action YES NO
1  Was "Electronic Stability Program Check" performed?  Go to Step 2. Go to ELECTRONIC STABILITY PROGRAM CHECK .
2  Check DTC 
  1. Connect scan tool to DLC with ignition switch turned OFF.
  2. Turn ignition switch ON and check DTC.

Is there any DTC(s) other than C1038 and C1090? 		 Go to applicable DTC diagnosis flow for troubleshooting. Go to Step 3.
3  Check ESP® control module 
  1. Turn ignition switch to OFF position.
  2. Substitute a known-good steering angle sensor.
  3. Calibrate steering angle sensors by referring to SENSOR CALIBRATION .
  4. Clear all DTC(s) and recheck DTC.

Is DTC C1038 still detected? 		 Substitute a known-good ESP® hydraulic unit/control module assembly and check DTC. Steering angle sensor was malfunction.
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