Lock Mechanism Malfunction


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C1561 TOYOTA Possible Causes

  • Faulty Variable Gear Ratio Steering (VGRS) Actuator
  • Faulty Variable Gear Ratio Steering (VGRS) ECU

How do I fix code C1561 TOYOTA?

  Check the “Possible Causes” listed above. Visually inspect the related wiring harness and connectors. Check for damaged components and look for broken, bent, pushed out, or corroded connector’s pins.

Cost of diagnosing the C1561 TOYOTA code

  The cost of diagnosing the C1561 TOYOTA code is 1.0 hour of labor. The auto repair labor rates vary by location, your vehicle’s make and model, and even your engine type. Most auto repairs shops charge between $75 and $150 per hour.

Possible Symptoms

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

C1561 TOYOTA Description

  When the Variable Gear Ratio Steering (VGRS) ECU detects a malfunction in the lock mechanism, it turns the warning light on, records the Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC), and stops VGRS operation.

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