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 vehicle
If 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. You can continue driving
If 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.
Dynamic steering: correcting steering wheel position
If the indicator lamp lights up and the message appears, the dynamic steering* is being initialised. The steering wheel will move slightly after the engine is started. A re-initialisation may be necessary if the steering wheel was moved while the engine was off. The indicator lamp will go out when the initialisation has been completed.