Hello! First time posting a question, but I can't seem to find any answers from Dr. Google. I have a 2008 Mini Cooper S. Recently, the steering column started locking up on left turns. The attached photo shows the warning light that I get when that happens. I took it to the dealer and they indicated that a torque sensor was shot and I needed to replace the entire steering rack at about $3K.

Looking for other options, I bought the Veepeak OBD2 code scanner on Amazon and the BimmerLink iOS app and it took me straight to an Electronic Steering error that read:

610C: [TS]: MOMENT SENSOR

I can't seem to find anything on this forum or Google about this error and how to troubleshoot. If anyone has any suggested next steps, I am all ears. I know the steering is completely electric, which makes it harder, but not sure I can justify putting $3K into a 12 yr. old vehicle.

Thanks in advance!

 

Steering wheel error.

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