C0079moderate severityChassis
Steering Position Sensor Circuit High
on 2002 Ford Thunderbird 5.0L V8 · FWD
What this code means
The steering angle sensor signal voltage is higher than the maximum expected value.
Symptoms
- Stability control disabled
- ESC light on
- Incorrect steering position displayed
Common causes
- Signal wire open circuit
- Short to battery voltage
- Sensor reference voltage issue
- Sensor failure
Diagnostic steps
- Test signal voltage at sensor connector
- Check for open circuits in signal wire
- Verify reference voltage
- Monitor output through full range
- Inspect connector pins
Repair notes
Repair open circuit or replace steering angle sensor.
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