Changing the Torque Steering Compensation (TSC) setting using VCDS on a MK6 Jetta can dramatically reduce or even eliminate torque steer. Testing confirms that adjusting the TSC value to ‘1’ significantly impacts torque steer behavior.
In tests conducted in a controlled environment, a stock MK6 Jetta with the default TSC setting of ‘0’ exhibited noticeable torque steer. During full-throttle acceleration runs in first gear, the steering wheel consistently pulled to the right, even without hands on the wheel. This behavior was replicated across multiple runs, with varying degrees of pull but never a neutral steering experience.
After adjusting the TSC value to ‘1’ using VCDS, the same vehicle demonstrated a completely different behavior. Full-throttle acceleration runs were possible in both first and second gear without any noticeable pull to the right. The steering wheel remained neutral, even without driver input. This improved behavior was consistent across multiple runs, including instances where wheel hop occurred. The absence of torque steer with the TSC set to ‘1’ was a significant improvement over the default setting.
While long-term effects are still being evaluated, initial driving impressions suggest no negative side effects on steering feel or overall handling. Further real-world driving is necessary for a comprehensive assessment. However, initial results indicate that adjusting the TSC value to ‘1’ with VCDS is a promising solution for mitigating torque steer in the MK6 Jetta. This simple modification offers a noticeable improvement in driving experience, particularly during hard acceleration.
