SideWinder Precision Racing Wheel: Pedals May Not Respond in Game (247539)


The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft SideWinder Precision Racing Wheel
  • Microsoft SideWinder Game Controller software 4.0
This article was previously published under Q247539

SYMPTOMS

When you use the Microsoft SideWinder Precision Racing Wheel, the pedals may have no effect in the game, the brake pedal may not respond, or your vehicle may move in reverse when you press either pedal.

CAUSE

This behavior can occur if the game is not compatible with the "Combined" Pedal Mode of the Microsoft SideWinder Game Controller software.

RESOLUTION

To resolve this issue, change the Pedal Mode of the Microsoft SideWinder Game Controller Software from Combined to Separate:

  1. Click Start, point to Settings, and then click Control Panel.
  2. Double-click Game Controllers.
  3. Click Microsoft Sidewinder Precision Racing Wheel, and then click Properties.
  4. Click the Settings tab.
  5. Under Pedal Mode, click Separate.
  6. Click OK.
  7. If you are prompted to name the scheme, do so, and then save the scheme.
  8. Click OK.
  9. Close Control Panel.
Modification Type:MinorLast Reviewed:8/18/2005
Keywords:kb3rdparty kbHardware kbprb KB247539
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