This function is used to initialise the steering angle sensor. This shall be done if:
A wheel alignment has been done on the vehicle.
The steering gear has been replaced.
Fault codes for steering angle calibration are stored.
Test prerequisites:
Engine on.
Method:
Start the function.
Turn the steering wheel 45° to the right and then to the left. Then set the steering wheel in center position with the wheels pointed straight ahead. Then press "OK".
The basic setting starts, turn the steering wheel slowly to the right and then to the left end stop. Then set the steering wheel in center position with the wheels pointed straight ahead. Then press "OK".
The yellow warning lamps for steering and ABS turns on (depending on equipment, other warning lamps could be turned on).
Now turn the steering wheel slowly to the right and then to the left end stop. Then set the steering wheel in center position with the wheels pointed straight ahead. The warning lamps for steering and ABS turns off.
Function complete.
Turn off the ignition and exit communication with the car for 30 seconds.
If the basic setting fails, turn off the ignition for 30 seconds. Then restart the function again.