What would cause the power steering light to come on?
What causes the power steering light to come on? For vehicles with hydraulic power steering, the most common reason for the power steering warning light is that the fluid level is low. This is often caused by a leak in one of the hoses. Once you’ve topped up your power steering fluid, start your engine.
What does the power steering light mean?
The light warns you that the power steering system has failed and prompts you to investigate for a cause. The cause may vary according to the type of power steering system in your car. In hydraulic power steering systems, a leak in the system causing a low fluid level is the most common cause for this problem.
Can you drive with power steering light on?
With the light illuminated, the power assist will stop working to help you steer. You can still drive the car, but the steering wheel will be heavy, and will feel stiffer, much more difficult to turn, so you need to be confident if you are driving this way, and this should be fixed immediately.
What to do if power steering light comes on?
On hydraulic power steering systems, a common reason for the warning light to illuminate is low power steering fluid. You should pull over if you see this light turn on and check the fluid level immediately. Top it off with the correct fluid type and the light should turn off.
When does the electric power steering warning light go out?
Electric Power Steering (EPS) Warning Light* The Electronic Power Steering (EPS) warning light will illuminate when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position and will go out within a few seconds. If the EPS warning light is illuminated or blinks whilst driving, a malfunction within the steering system is indicated.
Why is the EPs warning light blinking while driving?
If the EPS warning light is illuminated or blinks whilst driving, a malfunction within the steering system is indicated. Power assistance may not be available under these circumstances and therefore a greater degree of effort will be required to operate the steering. Contact your nearest Kia dealer as soon as possible to have the system checked.
Why is there noise when turning my steering wheel?
It’s a small spring on the wheel side that makes contact with an electrical race on the steering column side. If this spring breaks or gets stuck it will click as you turn your wheel. You can find BlueDevil Power Steering Stop Leak at any of our partnering local auto parts stores like:
What to do if your power steering stop is leaking?
You don’t need to spend the time crawling around under your car or in the engine bay with a flashlight trying to determine where your leak may be. Simply add BlueDevil Power Steering Stop Leak to your power steering fluid reservoir and top it off with the recommended power steering fluid.