Why does the steering assist system warning light come on in the Sagitar?
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There are many reasons that can cause the steering assist warning light to illuminate, often accompanied by the following symptoms: heavy steering, abnormal steering noise, steering wheel vibration, poor steering wheel return ability, etc. Below are the related causes of power steering failure: 1. Air in the steering system: The presence of a large amount of air in the power steering system can cause abnormal car steering. 2. Foreign objects in the hydraulic lines: Foreign objects in the steering hydraulic lines can cause the steering pump flow control valve to stick. 3. Loose connections: Loose connections in the steering assist system can lead to steering fluid leakage. 4. Excessive wear of the piston cylinder: Excessive wear of the steering gear piston cylinder, poor sealing of the oil seal, or sticking/damage of the control valve.
Last time I drove a Sagitar, I also encountered the issue of the power steering warning light coming on. The steering wheel suddenly became heavy, and I almost couldn't turn it. I immediately pulled over to check and found that it might be a problem with the power steering system. Nowadays, Sagitars mostly use electric power steering. Common causes include a faulty steering angle sensor, power supply issues with the assist motor, or a malfunctioning control module. Especially for older vehicles, loose or water-damaged wiring connectors can easily cause this problem. Once, my friend's car had a short circuit due to rainwater seeping into the connector. If you continue driving with the light on, the steering gear will wear out faster, making repairs more expensive. It's best to immediately take it to a repair shop and use a diagnostic tool to read the fault codes and confirm the cause.
