Starting and operating / Power steering 7-35
Power steering
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& Power steering warning light
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CAUTION
When the power steering warning light is illuminated , there may be more resistance when the steering wheel is operated . Drive carefully to the nearest SUBARU dealer and have the vehicle inspected immediately . wheel is not operated for a while and the power steering control system has an opportunity to cool down . However , if the power steering is operated in a non-standard way which causes power assist limitation to occur too frequently , this may result in a malfunction of the power steering control system .
& Power steering system features
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The vehicle is equipped with an electric power steering system . When the ignition switch is turned to the “ ON ” position , the power steering warning light on the combination meter illuminates to inform the driver that the warning system is functioning properly . Then , if the engine started , the warning light turns off to inform the driver that the steering power assist is operational .
NOTE
If the steering wheel is operated in the following ways , the power steering control system may temporarily limit the power assist in order to prevent the system components , such as the control computer and drive motor , from overheating .
. The steering wheel is operated frequently and turned sharply while the vehicle is maneuvered at extremely low speeds , such as while frequently turning the steering wheel during parallel parking . . The steering wheel remains in the fully turned position for a long period of time .
At this time , there will be more resistance when steering . However this is not a malfunction . Normal steering force will be restored after the steering