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DYNAMIC STEERING BASIC SETTING Audi Q5 I

Wheels, Tires, Wheel Alignment ~293 words

DYNAMIC STEERING BASIC SETTING

Special tools and workshop equipment required

  1. Vehicle Diagnostic, Testing and Information System VAS 5051 B with corresponding diagnostic cable.
  2. Steering wheel level VAS 6458
  3. 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

  1. The active steering control module -J792- was replaced.
  2. The steering angle sensor -G85- was calibrated.
  3. The steering column was replaced.
  4. The steering wheel is at an angle when driving straight.

The "Complete Alignment"

This procedure should be selected for the following activities if

  1. The suspension was adjusted during an axle alignment.
  2. The front axle toe was adjusted.
  3. The rear axle toe was adjusted.
  4. 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.

"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 RIM RUN-OUT COMPENSATION .Perform wheel run-out compensation. Refer to RIM RUN-OUT COMPENSATION .
"Front wheels straight" display on the alignment computerPerform initial suspension measurement. Refer to WHEEL ALIGNMENT .
Connect the VAS 5051 B.Adjust the suspension.
Select the "Function/component selection" function. Refer to SUBSEQUENT PROCEDURES ARE PERFORMED VIA THE VAS 5051 B. .Perform the final suspension measurement.
Answer the "Dynamic steering installed?" inquiry.
"Front wheels straight" display on the alignment computer.
Connect the VAS 5051 B
Select the "Function/component selection" function. Refer to SUBSEQUENT PROCEDURES ARE PERFORMED VIA THE VAS 5051 B. .

Note. Before beginning the basic setting, check the DTC memory and correct any malfunctions present. A basic setting to the steering angle sensor -G85- must be made using the VAS 6458 before beginning the calibration.

Connect battery charger. Refer to [For engine(s) CAEB, CALB] General Information .

Connect the VAS 5051 B 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 RIM RUN-OUT COMPENSATION .

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

Note. Disregard the steering wheel position when doing this. Only the display on the alignment computer is valid.