What Does The Steering Wheel Light Mean On A VW How Can I Reset It
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The document discusses the meaning of the steering wheel light in a VW and how to reset it. The light indicates a power steering issue that could be caused by low hydraulic fluid, a faulty hydraulic pump, or a defective electric motor or sensor. To reset the light, the driver should have a professional diagnose the problem and refill any low fluid levels or replace faulty components.
What Does The Steering Wheel Light Mean On A VW How Can I Reset It
- 1. What Does The Steering Wheel Light Mean On A VW? How Can I Reset It?
- 2. First off, this is an indication of a power steering issue.
- 3. And, we know how disheartening it can be to see such a warning light.
- 4. But, no need to freak out…
- 5. This presentation will cover everything you need to know about this light.
- 6. So, please read through.
- 7. VW Steering Wheel Light On- Here’s What It Could Mean
- 8. This is your car's way of telling you:- “Hey, there is something wrong with the power steering system. Check it.”
- 9. This light may come on due to any of the following reasons:-
- 10. Low hydraulic fluid (Hydraulic power steering)
- 11. A drop in hydraulic fluid level can activate the 'steering wheel light' in a car.
- 12. Top up the fluid level to reset the light.
- 13. Faulty hydraulic pump (Hydraulic power steering)
- 14. If the pump goes bad, the ‘steering wheel light’ will appear as a result.
- 15. Because a faulty pump will render the power steering system useless.
- 16. Defective electric motor (Electric power steering system)
- 17. One more common reason for ‘steering wheel light’ illumination in a car is:- A defective electric motor
- 18. The motor can malfunction due to any of the following reasons:- ?A bad wire ?Damaged connections ?Dying battery
- 19. Faulty control unit or sensor
- 20. The power steering system won’t function if the control unit is faulty.
- 21. Also, one of the below-mentioned sensors, if goes bad can activate the 'steering light'. ?Steering torque sensor ?Steering angle sensor
- 22. Closing Remarks
- 23. So, these are a few reasons why your VW may display the 'steering wheel light'.
- 24. Seek a professional’s help to diagnose the problem and reset the warning light.