Why is my steering wheel oscillating or shaking?
Oscillation refers to a situation where the steering wheel moves back and forth unintentionally, for example, when you briefly let go of the wheel while driving in a straight line.
This behavior can occur more frequently in certain games and is often related to force feedback (FFB) settings that are too aggressive or not properly balanced.
Common causes of oscillation:
- High FFB strength
- Use of Minimum Force or other non-linear FFB settings
- Low damper settings
- Game-specific FFB behavior
How to reduce or prevent oscillation:
In-game settings:
- Avoid using Minimum Force or other settings that make FFB non-linear
- Use Dynamic Damper settings if the game provides them
- Lower overall FFB strength if necessary
Wheel base settings:
- Set FEI (Force Effect Intensity) to a high value (e.g., 100)
- Keep INT (FFB Interpolation) low (e.g., 1–5)
- Increase Natural Damper (NDP)
- In more extreme cases, slightly increase Natural Friction (NFR)
Because every setup is different, finding the right balance between responsiveness, realism, and stability is important.
Recommended starting point:
We suggest using the official recommended settings for your specific game as a baseline. These are designed to provide stable and realistic force feedback behavior. You can find them in the Fanatec Forum under Racing Games / Simulations. Select your game, and the recommended settings will appear at the top of the page.
Please make sure to choose the correct platform (PC, PlayStation, or Xbox), as settings may vary. After applying the recommended settings, test them and adjust as needed to match your personal driving preference.