What is the reason for the steering wheel warning light in BMW X1?

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DiAnnie
07/29/25 7:31pm
The reason for the steering wheel warning light in BMW X1 is that the power steering system contains a large amount of air, causing abnormal steering of the vehicle; or foreign matter in the steering hydraulic line causing the steering pump flow control valve to stick. The solutions for the steering wheel warning light are: Check the steering gear and steering fluid, clean the entire power steering system; check tire pressure; inspect all connection points of the oil pipes and tighten all connecting bolts; replace the oil pipes, power steering pump, or power steering gear. The functions of the steering wheel are: The steering wheel is the wheel-shaped device used to control the direction of cars, ships, aircraft, etc. It is generally connected to the steering shaft via splines, and its function is to convert the force applied by the driver on the edge of the steering wheel into torque, which is then transmitted to the steering shaft.
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