M45x AWD V8-4.5L (VK45DE) (2008)
Steering Angle Sensor: Testing and Inspection
Adjustment of Steering Angle Sensor Neutral Position
In case of doing work that applies to the list below, make sure to adjust neutral position of steering angle sensor before running vehicle.
CAUTION: To adjust neutral position of steering angle sensor, make sure to use CONSULT-III. (Adjustment cannot be done without
CONSULT-III.)
1. Stop vehicle with front wheels in straight-ahead position.
2. Turn ignition switch ON and touch the CONSULT-III screen in the order of "WORK SUPPORT" and "ST ANG SEN ADJUSTMENT".
3. Touch "START".
CAUTION: Do not touch steering wheel while adjusting steering angle sensor.
4. After approximately 10 seconds, touch "END". (After approximately 60 seconds, it ends automatically.)
5. Turn ignition switch OFF, then turn it ON again.
CAUTION: Be sure to perform above operation.
6. Run vehicle with front wheels in straight-ahead position, then stop.
7. Select "DATA MONITOR", "ECU INPUT SIGNALS", and "STR ANGLE SIG" on CONSULT-III screen. Then make sure "STR ANGLE SIG"
is within 0±2.5°. If value is more than specification, repeat steps 1 to 6.
8. Erase memory of ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) and ECM. ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit): Refer to, "CONSULT-III
Function (ABS)". ECM: Refer to EC-86 (VQ35DE), EC-702 (VK45DE).
See: Testing and Inspection/Scan Tool Testing and Procedures/Consult-III Function (ABS)
9. Turn ignition switch OFF.