Adjustment Of Steering Angle Sensor Neutral Position

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Nissan Murano. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

After removing/installing or replacing ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit), steering angle sensor, steering components, suspension components, or after adjusting wheel alignment, make sure to adjust neutral position of steering angle sensor before running vehicle.

Fig 1: Steering Angle Sensor Neutral Position Adjustment Table

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CAUTION: To adjust neutral position of steering angle sensor, make sure to use CONSULT- II. (Adjustment cannot be done without CONSULT-II.)

Stop vehicle with front wheels in straight-ahead position.
Connect CONSULT-II and CONSUL-II CONVERTER to data link connector on vehicle, and turn ignition switch ON (do not start engine).

Fig 2: Locating Data Link Connector And Hood Opener Handle
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Touch ABS, WORK SUPPORT and ST ANGLE SENSOR ADJUSTMENT on CONSULT-II screen in this order.
Touch START.

Fig 3: CONSULT-II START Display
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CAUTION: Do not touch steering wheel while adjusting steering angle sensor.
After approximately 10 seconds, touch END. (After approximately 60 seconds, it ends automatically.)
Turn ignition switch OFF, then turn it ON again.
CAUTION: Be sure to perform above operation.
Run vehicle with front wheels in straight-ahead position, then stop.
Select DATA MONITOR, SELECTION FROM MENU, and STR ANGLE SIG on CONSULT-II screen. Then make sure STR ANGLE SIG is within 0+/-2.5 deg. If value is more than specification, repeat steps 3 to 7.
Erase memory of ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) and ECM.
Turn ignition switch to OFF.