Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Active Front Steering Control Unit
The active front steering control unit is located in the right footwell and screwed down to the floorpan. The control unit is protected by a kickplate housing. See Fig 1.
The kickplate housing incorporates a pin for connecting the shielding for the 3 phases of the active front steering actuating unit. The control unit is integrated in the vehicle electrical system via the PTCAN and the F-CAN. The active front steering control unit calculates the signals for activating the active front steering actuating unit from the various input signals.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.