TESLA Diagnostic

EPAS-D045

EPAS_d045_KFC_DI_Torque1_TIMO

Also written as EPAS_D045 / EPAS D045 / EPAS_d045_KFC_DI_Torque1_TIMO / epas_d045_kfc_di_torque1_timo

System
EPAS
EPAS
Type
Diagnostic
Category
Network
Severity
Diagnostic / Info

Why does the exact Tesla alert ID matter?

Record the exact alert ID, including underscores, suffixes, and companion alerts. Tesla alerts that look similar can point to different modules, timestamps, and service procedures.

What does EPAS-D045 mean?

Tesla diagnostic code in the EPAS (EPAS) module. This alert is set when the electric power assist steering (EPAS) electronic control unit (ECU) reports did not receive a message from the drive inverter ECU.

Original Description

This alert is set when the electric power assist steering (EPAS) electronic control unit (ECU) reports did not receive a message from the drive inverter ECU.

Affected Tesla Models

Model SModel XModel 3Model Y

What You May Notice

  • EPAS alert: This alert is set when the electric power assist steering (EPAS) electronic control unit (ECU) reports did not receive a
  • Steering is functional but may feel slightly different

How to Diagnose and Resolve

  1. 1 Reboot the vehicle
  2. 2 Check for OTA software updates
  3. 3 Schedule service if the steering feels abnormal

Severity Notes

EPAS-D045 is a diagnostic or informational code in the EPAS system. Typically no immediate action is required.

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