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How to Calibrate the Steering Angle Sensor on a BMW 1 Series

Model: BMW Serie 1 E81, E82, MK 1, E87 - Years: 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013
Part: Onboard computer

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Calibrating a steering angle sensor is not complicated at all. On some car models, you only need to turn the steering wheel fully to the left and then fully to the right to completely calibrate the sensor. However, on some models, such as the BMW 1 Series E81, you also need to connect the vehicle to a computer for diagnostics.

Connect the vehicle to the PC via the OBD port, select the car model, and then choose the option for calibrating the sensor while simultaneously performing the steering movements.


Updated on 7 October 2026 by ScegliAuto


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