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ETS2 Wheel Settings

ETS2 wheel settings for Logitech, Thrustmaster, MOZA, and other force-feedback wheels, including steering range, force feedback, pedals, shifter, and testing advice.

Published May 17, 2026Updated May 17, 2026By ETS2 Guide Team9 min readIntermediate
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Quick answer

Good ETS2 wheel settings start with 900 degrees of steering, moderate force feedback, clean pedal calibration, and a short test route. Tune one setting at a time: steering range first, force strength second, then centering, vibration, shifter, and brake feel.

A wheel can make Euro Truck Simulator 2 feel calm, physical, and precise, but bad settings can make it worse than a controller. The goal is not maximum force. The goal is a truck that turns, centers, brakes, and parks predictably.

Use this with Best ETS2 Settings, Beginner's Guide to ETS2 Controls, and the Sim Rig Accessories Guide.

Euro Truck Simulator 2 truck in a yard for low-speed steering practice
A short yard or city route is better for wheel tuning than a random long delivery.

Starting Wheel Settings

SettingRecommended Start
Steering range900 degrees
Force feedbackModerate, not maximum
CenteringLight to medium
Pedal calibrationFull travel, no accidental input
TransmissionReal automatic first, manual later

Logitech Wheels

For Logitech G27, G29, G920, and similar wheels, start with 900 degrees and avoid very strong force feedback. If the wheel rattles, clips, or fights small corrections, reduce gain before changing steering sensitivity.

If you use an H-shifter, map gears only after automatic driving feels stable. A shifter is fun, but it should not distract you while learning traffic and trailer placement.

Thrustmaster Wheels

Thrustmaster wheels usually benefit from smooth force and careful pedal calibration. Keep overall force comfortable enough for a long session, then test low-speed parking. If parking feels tiring, the force is too high.

MOZA And Direct Drive

For MOZA R5 and other direct-drive wheels, avoid using the hardware's full strength for normal ETS2 driving. Trucks should feel heavy, not exhausting. Start lower, then raise force only if the steering feels empty.

Test Route

Use the same short route when tuning:

  1. Leave a city.
  2. Take one roundabout.
  3. Drive a motorway section.
  4. Exit onto a smaller road.
  5. Park a trailer.

Change one setting, repeat, and compare. Random testing makes wheel setup confusing fast.

Common Problems

ProblemLikely Fix
Truck darts left and rightLower sensitivity or check steering range
Wheel shakes on centerReduce force feedback or centering force
Brakes feel suddenRecalibrate pedals and check deadzones
Parking is exhaustingLower force feedback
Shifter feels wrongConfirm transmission mode and gear pattern

Wheel settings are personal, but the best setup is usually calmer than people expect.

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