Ford Fiesta: Power Steering / Power Steering - Overview. Description and Operation

Ford Fiesta 2014 - 2019 Service Manual / Steering System / Power Steering / Power Steering - Overview. Description and Operation

Overview

The EPAS system provides steering assist to the driver by replacing the conventional, hydraulic pump system with an electric motor coupled to the steering shaft. The system is controlled by the PSCM which senses the steering effort using sensors mounted between the steering column shaft and the steering gear. Steering assist is provided in proportion to steering effort and vehicle speed.

Power Steering

Power Steering - System Operation and Component Description. Description and Operation

System Operation System Diagram Item Description 1 EPAS column 2 HS-CAN 3 EPAS motor 4 Steering shaft position sensor 5 Steering shaft torque sensor 6 PSCM 7 IPC 8 ABS module 9 PCM Network Message Chart ..

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Ford Fiesta 2014 - 2019 Service Manual: Clutch Controls. Description and Operation

Item Part Number Description 1 21402140 Brake fluid master cylinder 2 2K4782K478 Brake fluid filling reservoir 3 7A5437A543 Clutch master cylinder 4 75197519 Clutch pedal 5 7K5027K502 Clutch reservoir hydraulic tube 6 7A5647A564 Clutch slave cylinder 7 7A5127A..

Ford Fiesta 2014 - 2019 Service Manual: About this Manual. Description and Operation

Introduction WARNING: Before beginning any service procedure in this manual, refer to health and safety warnings in section 100-00 General Information. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury. For additional information, refer to: Health and Safety Precautions (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation). This manual ..

Wheels and Tires. Diagnosis and Testing

Preliminary Inspection

Verify the customer concern by carrying out a road test on a smooth road. If any vibrations are apparent, Refer to the Symptom Chart: NVH.
To maximize tire performance, inspect for signs of incorrect inflation and uneven wear, which may indicate a need for balancing, rotation or front suspension alignment.
Correct tire pressure and driving techniques have an important influence on tire life. Heavy cornering, excessively rapid acceleration and unnecessary sharp braking increase tire wear.

Correct tire pressure and driving techniques have an important influence on tire life. Heavy cornering, exce