Help with SAS reset initialization. Sorry long post.

[Dgunner]

I have a 2021 x4 lv that I purchased used a month ago. The lv light was on when I purchased it. I knew the lv was problematic. Since owning it I have done a lot of research on how to diagnose the problem. The code it reads is 51 (steering angle sensor can communication fault). I installed a new battery and used the other on my dual battery setup, I checked and cleaned all grounds, I have unplugged cleaned and greased connectors. Then I tried to reset the dtc. I followed the procedure and got the two blinks at the end. I turned the key off and then started the machine and the light immediately came back on. Next I followed the procedures to diagnose the problem. I made it through step 4 and everything tested good. On step five it wants me to
Perform the steering angle sensor initialization but I am unable to get it to take. I have tried several times. What would stop the initialization from working? I have almost decided to just buy a new sas but hate to throw money at parts without doing my due diligence. Any advice or suggestions are welcome. Thanks for the help.

 

[Hondasxs]

Welcome to the club.
Those are known to have issues. Several people reported taking them off and having water run out of it.

 

[DRZRon1]

Welcome to the club.
Those are known to have issues. Several people reported taking them off and having water run out of it.

What he said - I saw a post from an actual Honda tech that states u may get it to initialize but can’t calibrate without dealer diagnostics - just saying

 

[CID]

Welcome from the once great state of Colorado.

I can't help with your problem, I was afraid of the LV when I bought mine almost 4 years ago, so I don't have it.

Here are a couple of basic Talon information threads when you have time (but they won't help with this problem) -

New Talon Owners - First Things to Know and Check

I'm new to the SxS world - damn, there's a lot to learn, hence this thread - maybe we can make it easier for others new to the Talon and put it in one thread. 1. If you're a motorcyclist, you already know that sometimes your bike won't shift into gear at a stop without rocking the bike back and...

hondasxs.com

What did you do to/with your Talon today?

Copying ehart814's Pioneer 500 thread and DG Rider's Pioneer 700 thread - if you did something to (or with) your Talon and don't want to start a new thread for one or two posts, here's the place. Ideas, mods, best photos, stucks, recoveries 😳 - whutcha got? Cigarette lighter accessories are...

hondasxs.com

 

[Dgunner]

Welcome to the club.
Those are known to have issues. Several people reported taking them off and having water run out of it

Welcome to the club.
Those are known to have issues. Several people reported taking them off and having water run out of it.

Thank you! We had a pioneer 1000-5 at the takeover last year and enjoyed it. We will be back this year in our new to us talon. We can’t wait. I love this forum. It is filled with helpful people and information so I went ahead and got my lifetime membership.

 

[Dgunner]

What he said - I saw a post from an actual Honda tech that states u may get it to initialize but can’t calibrate without dealer diagnostics - just saying

I believe I will go ahead and order a new sensor. I just wanted to make sure I covered all the diagnostic bases.

 

[Dgunner]

Welcome from the once great state of Colorado.

I can't help with your problem, I was afraid of the LV when I bought mine almost 4 years ago, so I don't have it.

Here are a couple of basic Talon information threads when you have time (but they won't help with this problem) -

New Talon Owners - First Things to Know and Check

I'm new to the SxS world - damn, there's a lot to learn, hence this thread - maybe we can make it easier for others new to the Talon and put it in one thread. 1. If you're a motorcyclist, you already know that sometimes your bike won't shift into gear at a stop without rocking the bike back and...

hondasxs.com

What did you do to/with your Talon today?

Copying ehart814's Pioneer 500 thread and DG Rider's Pioneer 700 thread - if you did something to (or with) your Talon and don't want to start a new thread for one or two posts, here's the place. Ideas, mods, best photos, stucks, recoveries 😳 - whutcha got? Cigarette lighter accessories are...

hondasxs.com

I have made it through the first 3 pages of the new talon thread. There is great information and I have Learned a great deal already. Thank you for your help 👍

 

[Remington]

I have made it through the first 3 pages of the new talon thread. There is great information and I have Learned a great deal already. Thank you for your help 👍

Welcome from Michigan.

Dont forget to post some pics of your rig when your all Fixed up or ahead of time. Its Rule #4
POIDH

 

[Dgunner]

Welcome from Michigan.

Dont forget to post some pics of your rig when your all Fixed up or ahead of time. Its Rule #4
POIDH

I will make sure to do that tomorrow 👍 where do I find the rules?

 

[CID]

I will make sure to do that tomorrow 👍 where do I find the rules?

We make 'em up as we go.

 

[Remington]

I will make sure to do that tomorrow 👍 where do I find the rules?

All over other threads with newbies on them