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C0460

Code meaning and manufacturer information

OBD-II / DTC

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Manufacturer communications

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Original wording in English

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PIE0481A ↗

CHEVROLET, PONTIAC, SATURN

This engineering informational bulletin is requesting information on electric power steering loss of assist with DTCs C0545 and/or C0460 set.

17NA284 ↗

CADILLAC, GMC

This technical bulletin provides a procedure to reprogram the power steering control module to correct a condition of Reduced Steering Assist Message with DTC C0460 Sym 5A due to a software abnormality.

17-NA-284 ↗

CADILLAC, GMC

Reduced Steering Assist Message with DTC C0460 Sym 5A Condition Some customers may comment on a Reduced Steering Assist message on the DIC with no loss of steering assist. During diagnosis a technician may find DTC C0460 Sym 5A. Cause The condition is due to Steering Angle Sensor trim error. Note: The calibration allows for an e…

16-NA-151 ↗

CHEVROLET

This technical bulletin provides a procedure to reset the steering angle sensor to correct a customer concern that the traction control system (stabilitrak) light is on and DTC C0460 set caused by to a brief low voltage incident.

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MakeModelModel year
BuickTERRAZA ↗2005
CadillacXT5 ↗2018
CadillacXT5 ↗2017
CadillacXTS ↗2018
ChevroletEQUINOX ↗2008
ChevroletEQUINOX ↗2007
ChevroletMALIBU ↗2016
ChevroletMALIBU ↗2012

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