Is there anyone who has changed out their own DPS module. Got a P0551 and P0552 code that I can't get to clear no matter what I do. 2011 RTS SM5
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Is there anyone who has changed out their own DPS module. Got a P0551 and P0552 code that I can't get to clear no matter what I do. 2011 RTS SM5
Hopefully it is the ground connection or battery cause the DPS (dynamic power steering ) unit is around $1200.00 from cheapcycleparts.com but much more from dealer. There were issues with the DPS's back then you should check if yours was ever changed...:dontknow:
:agree: ...the DPS has a large power draw and if there is a glitch in the system circuit it could be causing the Code ..... check connections and strength of Battery............ Mike :thumbup:Quote:
Originally Posted by Chupaca
check connections and strength of Battery............ Mike :thumbup:
New battery and I have tightened connections till I'm afraid I'll strip the threads. Checked power at the fuse and at the DPS....OK
If needed I do have a used dps with 1165 miles on it. $500. But check all other connections and ground, including main ground on engine.
:thumbup:.....BUT :banghead::banghead::banghead: ...... Have you removed the KEY at LEAST one foot from the ignition for at least 10min. ????? ....Did the codes CLEAR ??? , and did they come back later ???? ../... My 08 GS lit up like a Christmas ( codes ) for two years but never failed me ...... The Nanny is EXTREMELY sensitive and often shows issue that are non-existent ...... I hope this is your case too ...............Mike :thumbup:Quote:
Originally Posted by OlJim
My wife’s 2011 RT/S DPS died last month. One week and $1800.00 cured the failed unit but I like a lot of you wonder if the unit was defective when new. My dealer stated the unit was not one involved in a recall, but I was always suspected it was failing. I came home with the old unit so some day I’ll bench it and paint it gold and hang it on the wall.:banghead:
Like I stated in my original post I have done everything I can think of including reading most of the 200+ post dealing with "check DPS". What happened was I decided to unhook the analog gages. In order to remove the bezel you have to turn the steering all the way to the right or left. In my case I turned it left. After unhooking the wires on the gages I replaced the bezel and started the engine. The digital gages worked and with the bars still turned full left the check dps (big orange screen) showed up. I shut it down, straightened the bars and started it again.....big orange screen. Took it for a ride around the block and sure enough the steering was real tight in the corners. Checked codes and had P0551 and P0552.
I don't gamble /bet ........... that being said, considering what you had done ( mechanically ) what do you think the odds are that ..... that and the instant Failure of the DPS are connected .... I think the odds are " zero " ....... believe it or not , folks here have fixed code issues just by completely dis-connecting the Battery....... I agree the DPS unit may very well have failed, but $1200 or so would not be my first choice for fixing it ..... If you aren't looking for other possible answers :dontknow:... then get a new DPS............ and I REALLY hope that fixes your issue ....because it might not, and then well ................ Mike :thumbup:Quote:
Originally Posted by OlJim
Replaced DPS unit. All codes gone, back to square one. The DPS was a kinda PITA because of it's location but all in all not too bad. Had to buy a special socket $16 for the SAS magnet but everything else was straight forward. Cost $1200 but saved $600 in labor. I wonder if they can check the old unit to verify if it is really bad or I just finally tightened the right ground wire.
Called the dealer this morning and was told I didn't need an appointment to have the steering sensors reset so loaded the bike on the trailer and off I went. Probably would have taken about 15 minutes but had a software update that needed installed so took about 1/2 hour. Only paid for the BUDS hookup, 42.00. On the road again. Thanks all for the inputs.