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Dynamic Steering Basic Setting






Dynamic Steering Basic Setting

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

• Steering wheel level (VAS 6458)

• Wheel alignment computer

Preparation work for calibrating and adjusting driver assist systems, refer to => [ Preparation Work for Calibrating and Adjusting Driver Assist Systems ] Service and Repair.

There are two choices for performing a basic setting on the dynamic steering:

The "Quick Access"

This procedure should be selected for the following activities if:

• The active steering control module (J792) was replaced.

• The steering angle sensor (G85) was calibrated.

• The steering column was replaced.

• The steering wheel is at an angle when driving straight.

The "Complete Alignment"

This procedure should be selected for the following activities if:

• The suspension was adjusted during an axle alignment.

• The front axle toe was adjusted.

• The rear axle toe was adjusted.

• The vehicle suspension was changed, for example, changing from standard to sport suspension.

• Both procedures are programmed into the axle alignment computer.

• The respective procedure is performed automatically.

• It is only necessary to select the appropriate program for the procedure that will be performed.






• A basic setting to the steering angle sensor (G85) must be made using the (VAS 6458) before beginning the calibration.

• Before beginning the basic setting, check the DTC memory and correct any malfunctions present.

- Connect battery charger.

- Connect the vehicle diagnostic tester to the vehicle.

- Select the calibration procedure for dynamic steering in the alignment computer.

- Install the quick clamps on all four wheels.

- Install the measurement sensors on the front and rear wheels.

- Perform wheel run-out compensation. Refer to => [ Wheel Run-Out Compensation ] Wheel Run-Out Compensation.

- Position the wheels so they are straight according to the alignment computer.

• Disregard the steering wheel position when doing this.

• Only the display on the alignment computer is valid.

Subsequent procedures are performed via the vehicle diagnostic tester.

- Switch on ignition.

- Touch Guided Fault Finding.

- Select in succession:

• Brand

• Type

• Model year

• Version

• Engine Code

- Confirm data entered.

Wait until the vehicle diagnostic tester has checked all available control modules in vehicle.

- Press the go to button and select "function/component selection".

- Select the corresponding program in "Guided Functions".

Now follow the instructions on the screen to perform the basic setting.