Honda HR-V: DTC Troubleshooting 27-12, 27-13: Steering Angle Sensor Stuck,
Output Signal Malfunction
NOTE:
- This DTC may set if the vehicle is driven on a lift (wheels are turning)
and the steering wheel is turned
significantly. This is normal, ignore it.
- Before you troubleshoot, review the general troubleshooting information.
![VSA System - Diagnostics](images/books/1097/index 47(11).png)
1. Steering angle sensor performance check 1:
- Slowly drive the vehicle in a straight line for 10 ft (3 m) or more,
then come to a stop while
maintaining the steering wheel in the straight ahead position.
- Check the parameter(s) below with the HDS.
![VSA System - Diagnostics](images/books/1097/index 48(11).png)
With the steering wheel in the straight ahead position, is the value within 0
Â+-5 degrees?
YES
Go to step 3.
NO
Check the installation of the steering angle sensor. If installation is OK,
go to step 2.
2. VSA sensor neutral position memorization:
- Clear the DTC with the HDS.
- Do the VSA sensor neutral position memorization.
- Turn the vehicle to the OFF (LOCK) mode.
- Test-drive the vehicle at 9 mph (15 km/h) or more.
NOTE: Drive the vehicle on the road, not on a lift.
- Check for DTCs with the HDS.
![VSA System - Diagnostics](images/books/1097/index 49(11).png)
Is DTC 27-12 or 27-13 indicated?
YES
Go to step 3.
NO
Troubleshooting is complete.
3. Steering angle sensor performance check 2:
Check the parameter(s) below with the HDS.
![VSA System - Diagnostics](images/books/1097/index 50(11).png)
When the steering wheel is slowly turned, does the value change?
YES
Go to step 4.
NO
Replace the steering angle sensor.
4. Steering angle sensor performance check 3:
- Set the front wheels to the straight ahead position.
- Check the parameter(s) below with the HDS while turning the steering
wheel one turn to the right.
![VSA System - Diagnostics](images/books/1097/index 100(11).png)
Is there about +324 degrees to +396 degrees?
YES
Go to step 5.
NO
Replace the steering angle sensor.
5. Steering angle sensor performance check 4:
- Set the front wheels to the straight ahead position.
- Check the parameter(s) below with the HDS while turning the steering
wheel one turn to the left.
![VSA System - Diagnostics](images/books/1097/index 101(11).png)
![VSA System - Diagnostics](images/books/1097/index 102(11).png)
Is there about -324 degrees to -396 degrees?
YES
Go to step 6.
NO
Replace the steering angle sensor.
6. Steering angle sensor check:
- Turn the vehicle to the ON mode.
- Clear the DTC with the HDS.
- Turn the vehicle to the OFF (LOCK) mode.
- Test-drive the vehicle at 9 mph (15 km/h) or more.
NOTE: Drive the vehicle on the road, not on a lift.
- Check for DTCs with the HDS.
![VSA System - Diagnostics](images/books/1097/index 103(9).png)
Is DTC 27-12 or 27-13 indicated?
YES
Replace the steering angle sensor.
NO
Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time. Refer to intermittent
failures troubleshooting.
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NOTE: Before you troubleshoot, review the general troubleshooting
information.
DTCs (VSA)
1. Problem verification:
Turn the vehicle to the ON mode.
Clear the DTC with the HDS.
Turn the vehicle t
NOTE: Before you troubleshoot, review the general troubleshooting
information.
1. Problem verification:
Turn the vehicle to the ON mode.
Clear the DTC with the HDS.
Turn the vehicle to the OFF (
The DTCs may be indicated under these conditions:
The vehicle goes into a spin.
The ABS or VSA continues to operate for a long time.
Snow, dirt, or debris build-up on the wheel speed sensor or mag
SEE MORE:
■Adjusting the Rear Seat-Backs
Pull the lever on the right to change the angle
of the right half of the seat-back, and left for
the left half.
■Folding Down the Rear Seats
The rear seats can be folded down separately to allow for additional storage
space.
■ To fold down the seat
1. Store th
NOTE: Before you troubleshoot, review the General Troubleshooting Information
for the AWD with
intelligent control system.
1. Problem verification:
Turn the vehicle to the ON mode.
Check the parameter(s) below with the HDS.
Do the current condition(s) match the threshold?
YES
The failure is