Based on this signal, the engine control unit regulates the position of the idle speed control servo to maintain the idle speed at a certain level when the load from the power steering pump acts on the engine.
Testing with a tester
1. Conditions for the audit.
Perform the test while the engine is idling.
2. Perform verification.
- A) Check that the sensor is in the OFF state ("OFF"), when the steering wheel is in neutral (in a straight line position).
- b) Check that the sensor is in the ON state ("ON"), when the steering wheel is turned half a turn.