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Electronic Stability Program (Esp)



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.