VSA System

VSA DTC Troubleshooting: 53

DTC 53: Motor Stuck ON

1. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II) and check the pump motor.

Is the pump motor working?
YES - Replace the VSA modulator-control unit. Service and Repair

NO - Go to step 2.


2. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).

3. Disconnect the VSA modulator-control unit.

4. Check for continuity between VSA modulator-control unit 46P connector terminal No. 46 and body ground.

Is there continuity?
YES - Go to step 5.

NO - Repair open in the wire between the VSA modulator-control unit and body ground (G302).






5. Reconnect the VSA modulator-control unit 46P connector.

6. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).

7. Clear the DTCs with the HDS.

8. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0), then disconnect the HDS.

9. Test-drive the vehicle at 10 mph (15 km/h) or more.

10. Connect the HDS, and check for DTCs with the HDS.

Does the ABS indicator come on, and is DTC 53 indicated?
YES - Check for loose terminals in the VSA modulator-control unit 46P connector. If connections are good, replace the VSA modulator-control unit. Service and Repair

NO - Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time.