Invalid Data Received from Steering Angle Sensor
2000-2005 Chevrolet Impala 3.8L V6
Description
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
- Check steering angle sensor reading
- Perform steering angle calibration
- Test sensor output through full lock-to-lock
- Check clock spring
- Inspect sensor wiring
Repair Notes
Perform steering angle sensor calibration. Common after alignment, battery disconnect, or steering work.
Related Codes
Other Network Codes
- U0001High Speed CAN Communication Bus
- U0002High Speed CAN Communication Bus Performance
- U0003High Speed CAN Communication Bus (+) Open
- U0004High Speed CAN Communication Bus (+) Low
- U0005High Speed CAN Communication Bus (+) High
- U0006High Speed CAN Communication Bus (-) Open
- U0007High Speed CAN Communication Bus (-) Low
- U0008High Speed CAN Communication Bus (-) High
- U0009High Speed CAN Communication Bus Shorted Together
- U0010Medium Speed CAN Communication Bus
U0426 on Other Vehicles
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Common Questions
What does code U0426 mean on a 2000-2005 Chevrolet Impala?
U0426 stands for "Invalid Data Received from Steering Angle Sensor". Data from the steering angle sensor is invalid or out of expected range.
What are the symptoms of U0426 on a Chevrolet Impala?
Common symptoms of U0426 include: Stability control disabled, Power steering warning, ESC light on, Steering angle not centered.
What causes U0426 on a 2000-2005 Chevrolet Impala?
Common causes of U0426 include: Steering angle sensor calibration lost, Sensor failure, CAN bus noise, Clock spring issue, Sensor wiring fault.