Electric Power Assisted Steering

Visteon's Electric Power Assisted Steering

System is an energy-efficient steering system
that uses an electric motor to provide power
steering assist. A torque sensor detects
driver input and communicates to a control
module for processing. The module directs
the motor to accurately deliver the required
steering assist.

features benefits
• Front End Accessory Drive (FEAD) pump, power • Improves fuel economy up to 5 percent
steering hoses, reservoir and cooler – no longer versus conventional systems (dependent on
required. application) due to reduced parasitic drain
on the engine.
• Reduces complexity to automotive
manufacturers by simplifying the steering
system package.

• Utilizes an electronic control module to relay • Enables a customized steering feel to be

appropriate information to provide the proper tuned in real-time through software
assist. modifications – reducing prototype
development cost/time, while providing
brand differentiation.

• Brushless electric motor to control the steering • Reduces warranty versus conventional
mechanism. systems (no fluid leaks and improved NVH). www.visteon.com
• Eliminates the need for power steering fluid
and hoses. 1.800.VISTEON

• System arrives fully tested to vehicle assembly • Reduces labor and assembly costs. NYSE: VC
plant.

• Single- and dual-pinion architectures available. • Offers packaging in a variety of environments

based on customer requirements

Specifications and descriptions contained in this document were in effect at the time of publication. Visteon reserves the © 2005 Visteon – All Rights Reserved
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right to discontinue any equipment or change specifications without notice and without incurring obligation (08/04).
 specifications

Power Rack Load Torque Sensor Motor and ECU Controls

Single Pinion

Brushless Space
Up to 8.7 kN Non-Contact, Sensorless Semi-
12V Vector Modulated
(12V) High Resolution Active Return
Motor Control

Dual Pinion

Up to 10.4 kN
Brushless Space
(12V) Non-Contact, Sensorless Semi-
12V and 42V Vector Modulated
Up to 14.1 kN High Resolution Active Return
Motor Control
(42V)

www.visteon.com

1.800.VISTEON

NYSE: VC

© 2005 Visteon – All Rights Reserved Specifications and descriptions contained in this document were in effect at the time of publication. Visteon reserves the
right to discontinue any equipment or change specifications without notice and without incurring obligation (06/04). EPAS0604