C0078moderate severityChassis
Steering Position Sensor Circuit Low
on 2015 Kia Forte 1.8L I4 · FWD
What this code means
The steering angle sensor is reporting a lower signal than expected for the current steering input.
Symptoms
- Stability control fault
- ESC disabled
- Steering position reads incorrectly on scan tool
Common causes
- Sensor power supply low
- Signal wire shorted to ground
- Sensor internal failure
- Clock spring wiring issue
Diagnostic steps
- Check sensor power supply voltage
- Test signal wire for shorts to ground
- Monitor sensor output through full steering range
- Inspect clock spring wiring
- Check steering column connector
Repair notes
Repair wiring short or replace steering angle sensor.
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