C1434 Code: Meaning, Causes, and Symptoms | OBD2 Codes

C1434 – Steering Angle Sensor Output Malfunction

 

C1434 Possible Symptoms

 

Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light ON,Engine Light ON (or Service Engine Soon Warning Light)

 

C1434 Possible Causes

 

Faulty Steering Angle Sensor (Spiral Cable),Steering Angle Sensor power supply,Steering Angle Sensor harness is open or shorted,Steering Angle Sensor circuit poor electrical connection

 

C1434 Description

 

Steering angle sensor signals are sent to the Skid Control Electronic Control Unit (ECU) via the Control Area Network (CAN) communication system. When there is a malfunction in the CAN communication system, it will be detected by the steering angle sensor zero point malfunction diagnostic function. The Skid Control ECU monitors the Steering Angle Sensor. The Skid Control ECU sets the OBDII code when the Steering Angle Sensor is not to factory specifications.