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Diagnostic reference · C0625

C0625

Variable Effort Steering Sensor Circuit Range/Performance

System
Chassis control (C code)
Lamp
ABS Light
Category
Chassis

What it means

C0625 means Variable Effort Steering Sensor Circuit Range/Performance.

Where it lives

For C0625, start at the sensor the description names.

Check these first

  • A variable effort steering sensor that reads out of range
  • A failed variable effort steering sensor
  • An open or short in the variable effort steering sensor circuit
  • A poor electrical connection at the sensor connector

What to do next

  1. Read the variable effort steering sensor on a scan tool
  2. Inspect the sensor connector and wiring
  3. Test the sensor circuit for open and short faults
  4. Compare the sensor reading against a known value
  5. Replace the variable effort steering sensor if it stays out of range
  6. Clear the code and retest

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Updated

Generic SAE J2012 definition. Last updated 2026-10-10.