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For 1990-2009 cars only
Table 1: BCM (W/O RTD)
Table 2: ESC Module (W/RTD)

There are 2 Variable Effort Steering (VES) Output Controls tables. The first table is used for vehicles W/O Real Time Damping (RTD). In these vehicles the VES system is controlled by the Body Control Module (BCM). The second table is for vehicles W/RTD. In these vehicles the VES system is controlled by the Electronic Suspension Control (ESC) module. Use the scan tool's Special Functions selection in order to cycle ON and OFF the following:

NOTE: The BCM/ESC stores the DTCs scan tool data and special functions. However, the scan tool menu to access variable effort steering is located in chassis.

BCM (W/O RTD)

Scan Tool Output Control

Additional Menu Selection

Description

VES actuator

EVO PWM

The BCM cycles the VES actuator ON or OFF when commanded by the scan tool.

ESC Module (W/RTD)

Scan Tool Output Control

Additional Menu Selection

Description

VES actuator

EVO Solenoid Test

The ESC module cycles the VES actuator ON or OFF when commanded by the scan tool.

Message center

Ride Control Lamp Test

The ESC module cycles the SERVICE RIDE CONTROL message ON or OFF when commanded by the scan tool.