Dynamic Steering Basic Setting

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Special Tools And Workshop Equipment Required

Steering Wheel Scales :VAS6458
Vehicle Diagnostic Tester
Wheel Alignment Computer

NOTE:

Dynamic Steering = Active Steering

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.

NOTE:

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.

-- 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 .

NOTE:

Disregard The Steering Wheel Position When Doing This.

Only The Display On The Wheel Alignment Computer Applies.

"Quick Access" Procedure:	"Complete Alignment" Procedure:
Drive the vehicle onto the measuring platform	Drive the vehicle onto the measuring platform
Activate the measuring system	Activate the measuring system
Select the model range	Select the model range
Perform wheel run-out compensation. Refer to WHEEL RUN-OUT COMPENSATION .	Perform wheel run-out compensation. Refer to WHEEL RUN-OUT COMPENSATION .
"Front wheels straight" display on the alignment computer	Perform initial suspension measurement. Refer to VEHICLE ALIGNMENT .
Connect the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester	Adjust the suspension. Refer to VEHICLE ALIGNMENT .
Select a function. Refer to DYNAMIC STEERING BASIC SETTING .	Perform the final suspension measurement
	Answer the "Dynamic steering installed?" inquiry
	"Front wheels straight" display on the alignment computer
	Connect the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester
	Select a function. Refer to DYNAMIC STEERING BASIC SETTING .

Perform Any Subsequent Work Using the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.

VASPC

Connect the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.

-- Select Guided Functions mode.

-- Select address "1B - Active Steering Control Module J792".

-- Select "1B - Active Steering Functions J792".

-- Select "1B - Basic setting" and follow the instructions on the screen.

ODIS - Offboard Diagnostic Information System

Connect the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.

-- Select Diagnostic operating mode and start diagnostics.

-- Select the control module tab.

-- Select address "1B - Active Steering Control Module J792".

-- Select "1B - Active Steering Functions J792".

-- Select "1B - Basic setting" and follow the instructions on the screen.

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