Steering Angle Sensor Centering Procedure

The steering angle sensor does not require centering often. Centering of the steering angle sensor might be required after certain service procedures are performed. Some of these procedures are as follows:

• Steering gear replacement
• Steering column replacement
• Steering angle sensor replacement
• Intermediate shaft replacement
• Antilock brake system (ABS) controller replacement
• Collision or other physical damage
• Engine cradle replacement

The steering angle sensor centering procedure can be preformed with a scan tool in the automated center procedure by the following:

1. Using the steering wheel, align the front wheels forward.
2. Set the transmission in the park position.
3. Install the scan tool to the data link connector (DLC).
4. Turn the ignition switch ON, with the engine OFF.
5. Select ABS/traction control system (TCS)/vehicle stability enhancement system (VSES), special function out put test, and automated centering procedure.
6. Follow the scan tool directions to complete the automated centering procedure.
7. Clear any DTCs that may be set. Perform the Diagnostic System Check to verify no current DTCs. Refer to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle in Vehicle DTC Information.
8. Centering of the steering angle sensor is complete.