Are you having trouble understanding what the power steering light is warning you about? In this article, we will teach you how to reset your power steering light and hopefully have a clearer understanding of what it is trying to tell you.
What is a Power Steering Light?
A power steering light is a warning light that signals that the power steering is not working correctly. When the power steering light goes on, it means that the power steering unit is not receiving enough power to work properly. In order to fix the problem, you need to reset your power steering light.
How Do I Reset My Power Steering Light?
If your power steering light is on, you may be able to reset it by doing the following:
1. Turn the ignition switch to the “off” position.
2. Remove the key from the ignition.
3. Remove the battery cable.
4. Disconnect both front power steering hoses by turning them counterclockwise about 1/4 inch (6 mm).
5. Reconnect both front power steering hoses by turning clockwise about 1/4 inch (6 mm).
6. Reconnect the battery cable.
7. Turn the ignition switch to the “on” position and wait 30 seconds for the system to initialize.
8. Turn off the engine and remove the key from the ignition.
9. Remove both side mirrors and disconnect both side rearview mirrors by removing their screws in a counterclockwise direction.
10. Press down on each mirror clip until they pop out of their receivers, then carefully lift them off of the windshield glass.
11. To reinstall mirrors, reverse steps 10-11
How to Reset a Power Steering Light in 5 Easy Steps
If you are having trouble turning your car in a straight line, you might need to reset your power steering light.
Here are five easy steps on how to reset your power steering light:
1) Park your car in a safe place. Make sure there is enough room to move around the vehicle.
2) Turn off the ignition and remove the key from the ignition.
3) Remove the front wheel drive assembly by removing two screws on each side of the assembly.
4) Disconnect the power steering fluid hose from the power steering pump. You will also need to unscrew the locking nut on top of the pump.
5) Pour a small amount of power steering fluid into the reservoir and replace the locking nut on top of the pump. reinstall the wheel drive assembly and screw it in place. Turn on the ignition and test your steering ability.
Conclusion
If you’re experiencing difficulties with your power steering light, there are a few things you can do to try and reset it. First, make sure the light is actually illuminated by turning the wheel all the way to the left or right. Next, if the light stays on even when the wheel is turned all the way to one side or other, it might be time for a new power steering belt. If none of these solutions work, it might be time for a mechanic!