This is how to solve Volkswagen Passat 2019 power steering DTC B1168F2 with Launch X-431 Pad 7 in steps. Efficiency is greatly improved by using the guided function. Read this post to learn how to do it.
Connect X-431 Pad 7 to OBD,
Local Diagnose >> VW >> Enter 44 Power Steering Trouble Code:
B1168F2 Steering Angle Sensor – No Initialization
OK >> Read DTC
Guided Functions >> Select Vehicle Model, Year & Engine Type >> Start >> Power Steering >> Guided Functions >> 0044 – Basic Setting Steering Angle Sender – G85
Follow the instruction on X-431 Pad VII, and press “Continue”:
– Start engine.
– Turn to steer until the first mechanical end stop is contacted. The sequence left/right is insignificant.
– Turn to steer until the other mechanical end stop is contacted.
– Turn the steering back to its center position.
– Check yellow warm. Lamp in the instrument cluster.
Warn, Lamp in instrument cluster must extinguish.
Did the warning lamp extinguish? Yes
– Switch the engine off.
The initialization of the steering angle sensor – G85 was successfully performed.
Here, the program will be ended.
Go back to “Clear DTCs”.
The trouble code B1168F2 was successfully solved.
More info about Launch- x431 diagnostic tools to be updated…
