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Dynamic Steering Basic Setting






Dynamic Steering Basic Setting

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

• Vehicle Diagnostic, Testing and Information System (VAS 5051 B) with corresponding diagnostic cable.

• Steering Wheel Sales (VAS 6458)

• 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:

• 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 must be made using the (VAS 6458) before beginning the calibration.

• Before beginning the basic setting, check the Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) memory and correct any malfunctions present.

- Connect the battery charger.

- Connect the (VAS 5051 B) to the vehicle.

- 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 => [ 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 diagnosis, testing and information system.

- Turn on ignition.

- Touch Guided Fault Finding.

- Select in succession:

• Brand

• Type

• Model year

• Version

• Engine Code

- Confirm data entered.

Wait until the (VAS 5051 B) 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.