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1997 JEEP WRANGLER

4.0L I64WDAUTOMATICgas
7 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
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U0426moderate severityNetwork

Invalid Data Received from Steering Angle Sensor

on 1997 Jeep Wrangler 4.0L I6 · 4WD

What this code means

Data from the steering angle sensor is invalid or out of expected range.

Symptoms

  • Stability control disabled
  • Power steering warning
  • ESC light on
  • Steering angle not centered

Common causes

  • Steering angle sensor calibration lost
  • Sensor failure
  • CAN bus noise
  • Clock spring issue
  • Sensor wiring fault

Diagnostic steps

  1. Check steering angle sensor reading
  2. Perform steering angle calibration
  3. Test sensor output through full lock-to-lock
  4. Check clock spring
  5. Inspect sensor wiring

Repair notes

Perform steering angle sensor calibration. Common after alignment, battery disconnect, or steering work.

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