Dynamic Steering Basic Setting

Dynamic Steering Basic Setting

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

• Steering Wheel Scales (VAS 6458)

• Vehicle Diagnostic Tester with diagnostic cable

• Wheel Alignment Computer

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 only the basic setting will be performed.

• 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 a basic setting and a suspension adjustment will be performed.

• 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.

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

- Select the basic setting 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 => [ Rim Run-Out Compensation ] Service and Repair.

• Disregard the steering wheel position when doing this.

• Only the display on the alignment computer is valid.






Perform any subsequent work using the vehicle diagnostic tester.

- Turn ignition on.

- Touch Guided Fault Finding on the touch screen.

- Select the following in this order:

• Brand

• Model

• Model year

• Version

• Engine code

- Confirm the entered data.

Wait until the vehicle diagnostic tester has checked all the vehicle control module.

- Press the GO TO button and select "function/component selection".

- Select the program in "Guided Functions".

Follow the instructions on the screen to perform the basic setting.