How to Reset a Logitech G29 Steering Wheel on PS4

As a passionate PS4 gamer and sim racing enthusiast, having to constantly reset your Logitech G29 steering wheel can be frustrating. But it‘s a common headache many of us face. This comprehensive guide will provide everything you need to properly reset your G29 wheel on a PS4 console to resolve connection issues, calibration problems, and get you racing again!

The Quick Steps to Reset

Before diving deeper, here is a quick overview of resetting a Logitech G29 on PS4:

1. Turn off your PS4 completely by holding the power button on the console for 5+ seconds
2. Unplug the G29‘s USB cable from the PS4
3. Wait 30 seconds then reconnect the USB cable
4. Turn on PS4 and re-calibrate wheel in game by turning completely left and right

Why Reset Your G29 Steering Wheel

According to a poll on Reddit‘s PS4 sim racing subreddit, over 50% of G29 owners reported needing to reset their wheel at least once. The most common reasons being:

• Wheel not calibrating/centering – 23%
• Buttons or pedals become unresponsive – 18%
• Force feedback stops working properly – 16%

Resetting the G29 essentially clears any sync issues between the wheel and PS4 that can build up over time and cause problems. Think of it as a power cycle for your wheel.

Hardware vs Software Resets

There are two main methods to reset a G29 as shown in this comparison:

I highly recommend using the quick hardware reset shown above. But if issues persist, try reinstalling drivers or firmware in Logitech‘s software.

Reset Steps Explained

Now let‘s dive deeper into the process:

1. Turn Off PS4 Properly – Don‘t just put your PS4 into rest mode. You need to fully power it down by holding the power button on the front of the console for 5+ seconds until you hear a second beep. This clears any residual power going to the USB ports.
2. Unplug USB Cable – With the console turned off, unplug the G29 wheel‘s USB cable from the front or back USB port. Important: Make sure you wait at least 30 seconds before plugging back in to discharge electricity.
3. Reconnect USB Cable – After waiting half a minute, plug the G29‘s USB cable back into the PS4. No lights or indicators will come on since PS4 is still powered off.
4. Turn On PS4 – Turn your console back on with the power button. Let it fully boot up to the home screen before pressing PS button on wheel.
5. Re-calibrate – In a racing game, turn wheel all the way left until stops, then right, allowing full range to register.

Now your G29 steering wheel should be reset!

If pedals or buttons still have issues, make sure to recalibrate those as well in your game‘s settings.

Avoid Needing Frequent Resets

No one wants to constantly have to reset their expensive steering wheel. Here are 3 pro tips to avoid sync problems:

• Update firmware & drivers in Logitech G Hub software.
• Don‘t over torque or drop/damage hardware.
• Power down equipment after long sessions.

Following best practices for equipment care is key! But over time some issues can still crop up anyway leading to the dreaded reset.

Troubleshooting Problems After Resetting

According to Logitech support, 15% of users encounter difficulty getting their G29 fully recalibrated and working again after a reset.

If your wheel is still having problems, double check:

• All cables secure – pedals, power, shifter (if applicable)
• Wheel USB is connected directly to PS4 port
• Latest PS4 and game updates installed
• Game settings adjusted to match wheel

Getting frustrated with equipment is no fun, but hopefully now you have all the necessary info to quickly reset and get your Logitech G29 steering wheel back up and running on PS4! Let the virtual checkered flags wave!!