Steering
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Introduction
In this section you’ll find information about:
Warning and indicator lights
Steering system information
The power steering system is either hydraulic or electro-mechanical. In both cases, the power steering
works only when the engine is running.
The hydraulic power steering system uses hydraulic lines, hydraulic oil, a pump, a filter, and other
parts to maintain a constant oil pressure in the hydraulic system.
The electro-mechanical power steering system automatically adjusts to driving speed, steering torque,
and the steering angle of the wheels. It delivers extra steering force only when you are actually turning
the wheels. The electro-mechanical power steering works only when the engine is running.
More information:
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Starting and stopping the engine
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Vehicle battery
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Towing
WARNING
Turning the steering wheel is very hard when the power steering system is not working. This
makes it harder to steer and control the vehicle.
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Power steering works only when the engine is running.
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Never let the vehicle coast with the engine switched off.
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Never remove the key from the ignition switch while the vehicle is moving or rolling to a
stop. The steering wheel will lock and you will be unable to control the vehicle.
Warning and indicator lights
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Please first read and note the introductory information and heed the WARNINGS
Lights
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Possible cause
Proper response
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Power steering malfunction.
Stop!
Have the power steering system checked
immediately by an authorized Volkswagen
dealer or an authorized Volkswagen Service
Facility.
