Electro-mechanical power steering assists the driver when steering.
The degree of power assistance is adapted electronically, depending on the speed.
Warning/indicator lamps and driver messages
Steering: fault. Please stop vehicleIf the warning lamp lights up permanently and the message appears, there may be a power steering failure.
Stop the vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible. Do NOT drive on. Obtain professional assistance.
Steering: fault. Please stop vehicle. Note distance to sideIf the warning lamp lights up permanently and the message appears, there may be a failure in the all-wheel steering*. The vehicle may require more road clearance at the side.
Reduce your speed and stop the vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible with adequate side clearance. Do NOT drive on. Obtain professional assistance.
Steering: fault. You can continue drivingIf the indicator lamp lights up and the message appears, the steering response may be heavier or lighter than usual. In addition, it is possible that the steering wheel will be off centre when driving in a straight line.
Drive slowly to a qualified workshop and have the fault rectified.
Steering: fault. Adapt driving style. Turning circle largerIf the indicator lamp lights up and the message appears, there may be a failure in the all-wheel steering*. Please note that the vehicle will have a larger turning circle and that the handling in corners will be the same as on vehicles without all-wheel steering. In addition, it is possible that the steering wheel will be off centre when driving in a straight line.
Drive slowly to a qualified workshop and have the fault rectified.
Note
- You can drive on if the warning/indicator lamp or lights up only briefly.
- For further information on the all-wheel steering* refer to link►.