Logitech Clear Calibration Utility

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I found the answer to the cause of my Logitech G25 and G27 Steering Wheel not staying centered.

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Re: G27 wheel wont stay in alignment
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05-02-2012 07:43 AM - last edited on 05-03-2012 10:58 AM

Just came across this problem on my 1-month old wheel ffs!

1.) The problem occurs within an hour of gaming (when wheel heats up)

2.) Jolting the wheel to the right seems to bring it back to center, and vice versa.

3.) All indications of a slipping optical disk after reading the WHOLE thread.

Logitech's reply: They are asking me to send it back for replacement. This could take upto a month turnover time and given that I had to wait two months for the original delivery from my e-tailer (1 month for them to get it in stock and 1 month for shipping travel) this would make 3 months of no gaming since the day I purchased it online. Needless to say I'm not amused.

I think I may attempt the Glue/Sensor Squeeze method, just like fixing an old ball-mouse

UPDATE: THE FIX WORKS!

Thanks to RODAVO for the solution! The optical wheel was badly cracked which resulted in slippage. I have now strengthened the wheel by applying a coat of "Plastic Welder" glue on the front and back of the disk (careful not to cover any slits) and once that hardened I reinstalled the wheel. This will prevent any further cracks and also keep the motor shaft and the disc secured together (I dabbed a bit on top once the disk was back on). I also tightened the little screws which hold the optical board on the motor with some Locktite for good measure.I dont want any vibes loosening them.

It now remains to be seen how long the fix will last for, but given the amount of precautions taken, I'd say forever
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Re: G27 wheel wont stay in allignment
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05-27-2012 07:23 AM - last edited on 05-27-2012 07:24 AM

@Drift-King, I just had a replacement machined at CM laser services -G25 G27 Optical Encoder Replacement Encoder Wheel- IT WORKS GREAT!! It's made of brass... I'm amazed at how they got the thing so friggin' precise. But yeah... I'm afraid the replacement will last longer than the wheel itself now, what with Logitech using PLASTIC for the wheel itself (the metal and leather are all for good looks...) If anyone needs an out-of-warranty replacement, look them up./QUOTE]
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The Logitech G27 dismantled in its components

The rotation angle sensor is the same like on the G25. Unfortunate this very good type of sensor has two weak points, which you will encounter when your wheel is loosing it's neutral position while driving.
1. The mounting screws can become loose due to the temperature range of a cold and hot motor. This is easy to repair. Just tighten the screw and use some lock tight solvent on the screws.
2. It can happen that the hub of the black wheel becomes a hair crack. The wheel then turns loose on the motor shaft.
A manual how to repair the sensor you will find [here].

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[Heddly]

I guess I got lucky. The sensor mount was loose on my G27 wheel. I could not find any cracks in my Optical Encoder, it is so small that just a little dust could cause a problem also.

 I'm glad that I found the disassemble tutorial very helpful, there are quite a few tiny connections to unplug and replug back in. Reconnecting the steering wheel connection was a pain. Be careful when you loosen the wheel, the wires are really short. That is where the problem was for me.