Note: This functionality is only available in AutoTURN and AutoTURN Pro.

Calculates the steering lock angle for the given radius type and specified radius.

Calculate Steering Lock Dialog Box

The current vehicle's pertinent dimensions are cited at the top of the dialog box.

Minimum Turning Radius

Select one of the following radius types:

• Centerline - radius is measured to the middle of the front steering axle group
• Curb to Curb - radius is measured to the outside front tire track envelope
• Wall to Wall - radius is measured to the outside vehicle body envelope
• Inner Turn - radius is measured to the inside rear tire track envelope

The Radius value is displayed for this type.

Note: The Inner Turn option is not available for vehicles that employ a rear steering configuration and/or have more than two parts.

Radius

Type the radius for the specified radius type and then press the TAB key to display the calculated Steering Lock Angle.

Apply

Click Apply to save this value with the current vehicle.

Note: Steering linkage ratios may need to be adjusted if steering linkages have already been defined for the vehicle.