Code Definition

C0710 — Steering Angle Sensor Plausibility

System: Chassis  |  Type: Generic (OBD-II Standard)  |  Make: Generic

About C0710

C0710 is a generic (obd-ii standard) chassis diagnostic trouble code. It belongs to the C-prefix family of codes, which covers chassis, braking, steering, suspension, or stability-control faults.

When C0710 is stored, the module has detected a sensor-related fault — the reported value from the named sensor is out of spec.

Scanning & clearing: Chassis (C) codes are stored in the ABS, traction control, or stability-control modules. An enhanced or OEM-level scan tool is usually required to read and clear them.

Because C0710 is a generic OBD-II code, its base definition is shared across manufacturers. The specific diagnostic steps, reference values, and repair procedures can vary by vehicle, and the TaT Diagnostic Assistant includes verified procedures submitted by working technicians.

Code Information

The Electronic Brake Control Module (EBCM) monitors the steering angle sensor signal and compares it against vehicle speed, yaw rate, and lateral acceleration data to confirm the signal is plausible. The steering angle sensor reports the rotational position and rate of the steering wheel, which the stability control system uses to understand the driver's intended path. DTC C0710 is set when the steering angle value is inconsistent with the other vehicle dynamics inputs, exceeds allowable limits, or changes at an implausible rate for a calibrated period. This most often follows a lost calibrati...

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