What Does The Steering Wheel Light Mean On A VW How Can I Reset It

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About This Presentation

Volkswagen’s steering wheel light flashing!!! And, you don’t know what to do about it? Well, this graphical presentation might help you. So, please go through it.


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What Does The Steering Wheel Light Mean On A VW ? How Can I Reset It?

First off, this is an indication of a power steering issue.

And, we know how disheartening it can be to see such a warning light.

But, no need to freak out…

This presentation will cover everything you need to know about this light.

So, please read through.

VW Steering Wheel Light On- Here’s What It Could Mean

This is your car's way of telling you:- “Hey, there is something wrong with the power steering system. Check it.”

This light may come on due to any of the following reasons:-

Low hydraulic fluid (Hydraulic power steering)

A drop in hydraulic fluid level can activate the 'steering wheel light' in a car.

Top up the fluid level to reset the light.

Faulty hydraulic pump (Hydraulic power steering)

If the pump goes bad, the ‘steering wheel light’ will appear as a result.

Because a faulty pump will render the power steering system useless.

Defective electric motor (Electric power steering system)

One more common reason for ‘steering wheel light’ illumination in a car is:- A defective electric motor

The motor can malfunction due to any of the following reasons:- A bad wire Damaged connections Dying battery

Faulty control unit or sensor

The power steering system won’t function if the control unit is faulty.

Also, one of the below-mentioned sensors, if goes bad can activate the 'steering light'. Steering torque sensor Steering angle sensor

Closing Remarks

So, these are a few reasons why your VW may display the 'steering wheel light'.

Seek a professional’s help to diagnose the problem and reset the warning light.

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