Steering Position Sensor Calibration Not Performed
1998-2008 Volkswagen Pointer 1.8L I4 🇦🇺
Description
The steering angle sensor has not been calibrated or the calibration was lost.
Symptoms
- Stability control light on
- ESC inoperative
- Lane departure warning inactive
- Steering center point unknown to module
Common Causes
- Battery disconnect cleared calibration
- Alignment performed without recalibration
- Module replacement
- Steering component service
Diagnostic Steps
- Perform steering angle sensor calibration with scan tool
- Drive vehicle in a circle to auto-learn center point
- Verify calibration completed successfully
- Check for other stability codes that prevent calibration
Repair Notes
Perform steering angle sensor calibration. Most vehicles require a scan tool procedure followed by a driving routine.
Related Codes
Other Chassis Codes
- C0021LF Wheel Speed Sensor Range/Performance
- C0022RF Wheel Speed Sensor Range/Performance
- C0023LR Wheel Speed Sensor Range/Performance
- C0024RR Wheel Speed Sensor Range/Performance
- C0025LF Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit Intermittent
- C0026RF Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit Intermittent
- C0027LR Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit Intermittent
- C0028RR Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit Intermittent
- C0035Left Front Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit
- C0036Left Front Wheel Speed Signal Erratic
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Common Questions
What does code C0080 mean on a 1998-2008 Volkswagen Pointer?
C0080 stands for "Steering Position Sensor Calibration Not Performed". The steering angle sensor has not been calibrated or the calibration was lost.
What are the symptoms of C0080 on a Volkswagen Pointer?
Common symptoms of C0080 include: Stability control light on, ESC inoperative, Lane departure warning inactive, Steering center point unknown to module.
What causes C0080 on a 1998-2008 Volkswagen Pointer?
Common causes of C0080 include: Battery disconnect cleared calibration, Alignment performed without recalibration, Module replacement, Steering component service.