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HOMESERVICE MANUALSVOLKSWAGEN1999GTI (1J1) V6-2.8L (AFP)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBRAKES AND TRACTION CONTROLANTILOCK BRAKES / TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEMSSTEERING ANGLE SENSORSERVICE AND REPAIR
1999 Volkswagen GTI (1J1) V6-2.8L (AFP)
Steering Angle Sensor: Service and Repair
1999 Volkswagen GTI (1J1) V6-2.8L (AFP)SECTION Service and Repair
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Following steps are valid only for vehicles with Electronic Stability Program (ESP).
Vehicles with ESP are additionally equipped with a Steering angle sensor -G85-. sensor is installed in conjunction with coil connector and slip ring in a housing.
Removing
- Front wheels and steering wheel must be in straight-ahead position.
NOTE: Replacement slip ring is secured as a new part in center position with cable tie
Position steering wheels in central position; A yellow spot must be visible in hole - 1 -. marking - arrow - must align.
- Disconnect steering angle sensor connection.
- Lift hooks - arrows - carefully and remove steering angle sensor.
Installing
- Install in reverse order of removal.
For vehicles with ESP observe following:
When installing, ensure steering angle sensor is correctly seated and is free of stress.
- Front wheels and steering wheel must be in straight ahead position.
- Remove transportation protection (cable tie) on markings before installing a new steering angle sensor.
- Install steering angle sensor, until lugs engage.
- Position steering wheels in central position; A yellow spot must be visible in hole - 1 -. marking - arrow - must align.
- A zero compensation must then be performed.
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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.