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exactly to the straight-ahead position before calibration. In addition, the
vehicle identification number is also read from the instrument cluster and
stored permanently in the steering angle sensor EEPROM. On successful
completion of calibration, the steering angle sensor fault memory is
automatically cleared.
Calibration must
be
completed
aft
er the following operations:
Steering wheel replacement
Steering angle sensor replacement
Any maintenance
involv
ing
opening the connector hub from the
steering angle sensor to the column
Any maintenance or repair work on the steering linkage, steering gear or
other related mechanism
Wheel alignment or wheel track adjustment
Accident repairs where damage to the steering angle sensor or
assembly,
or any part of the steering system may have occurred
.
NOTE
1.
AUTEL accepts no responsibility for any accident or injury arising from
servicing the SAS system. When interpreting DTCs retrieved from the
vehicle, always follow the manufacturer
’s recommendation for repair.
2.
All software screens shown in this manual are examples, actual test
screens may vary for each vehicle being tested. Observe the menu titles
and on-screen instructions to make correct selections.
3.
Before starting the procedure, make sure the vehicle
has
an
ESC
button
. Look for
the button on dash.
Using
Land Rover
as an example.
1.
Tap the
Service
application button from the MaxiCheck Job Menu.
2.
Tap
SAS
button and wait for the vehicle manufacturer screen. You can
tap
VIN Scan
or the vehicle
m
anufacturer
to acquire vehicle VIN
information and
tap
on page
16 for detail.
