{"id":83702,"date":"2023-05-23T02:19:14","date_gmt":"2023-05-23T09:19:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogv2prod.wpenginepowered.com\/blog\/?p=83702"},"modified":"2025-05-12T17:53:19","modified_gmt":"2025-05-13T00:53:19","slug":"what-does-the-power-steering-warning-light-mean","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/what-does-the-power-steering-warning-light-mean\/","title":{"rendered":"What Does the Power Steering Warning Light Mean?"},"content":{"rendered":"<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><body><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 4<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span><style>.kadence-column83702_20dcf2-8d > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column83702_20dcf2-8d > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column83702_20dcf2-8d > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column83702_20dcf2-8d > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column83702_20dcf2-8d > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column83702_20dcf2-8d > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column83702_20dcf2-8d{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column83702_20dcf2-8d > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column83702_20dcf2-8d > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column83702_20dcf2-8d inner-column-1 qk-look-widget\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-row ultp-block-09d211  qk-main-wrap\"><div class=\"ultp-row-wrapper\"><div class=\"ultp-row-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-column ultp-block-c44a9e\"><div class=\"ultp-column-wrapper\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading83702_406540-cd, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading83702_406540-cd[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading83702_406540-cd\"]{text-align:center;font-size:20px;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading83702_406540-cd mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading83702_406540-cd[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading83702_406540-cd\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-family:Inter;font-weight:500;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading83702_406540-cd img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading83702_406540-cd[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading83702_406540-cd\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"kt-adv-heading83702_406540-cd summary-title wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading83702_406540-cd\"><span>Summary<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>An illuminated power steering symbol could indicate that your vehicle doesn&rsquo;t have enough power steering fluid.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Driving with a low level of power steering fluid may cause your steering wheel to be jerky, difficult to turn, and noisy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Check your power steering fluid immediately as soon as this warning light comes on. If your steering fluid continues to be depleted after topping it up, hire a qualified mechanic to check the system for leaks.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>You might be reading this because the symbol of a steering wheel with an exclamation point has illuminated in your gauge cluster. This is the power steering warning light and it&rsquo;s meant to warn you that there&rsquo;s a problem with your vehicle&rsquo;s steering system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Most modern vehicles have a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/how-does-power-steering-work-with-example-diagrams\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"power steering system\">power steering system<\/a> that utilizes a hydraulic fluid pump and hydraulic fluids to help the driver turn the steering wheel, but a lot of vehicle manufacturers have shifted to using electric power steering systems that utilize electric motors to assist the driver.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On platforms that monitor power steering fluid pressure, a loss of pressure due to low fluid or a pump malfunction may turn on the warning light. A clogged reservoir screen starving the pump for fluid may also cause this.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Should You Do When the Power Steering Symbol Appears?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If your vehicle has a hydraulic power steering system, an illuminated power steering symbol can mean that it doesn&rsquo;t have enough <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/power-steering-fluid\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"steering fluid\">steering fluid<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The power steering fluid symbol is a circle that looks like a steering wheel. It is also frequently colored bright yellow for ease of identification in low-light conditions, but this can vary. Most vehicles with hydraulic power steering won&rsquo;t have a warning light. Warning lights are more common on electric power steering systems, but a few hydraulic systems will have a light.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column83702_6fada4-8a > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column83702_6fada4-8a > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column83702_6fada4-8a > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column83702_6fada4-8a > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column83702_6fada4-8a > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column83702_6fada4-8a > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column83702_6fada4-8a{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column83702_6fada4-8a > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column83702_6fada4-8a > 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.kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column83702_b6ac24-c6 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column83702_b6ac24-c6 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column83702_b6ac24-c6 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column83702_b6ac24-c6 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column83702_b6ac24-c6{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column83702_b6ac24-c6 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column83702_b6ac24-c6 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column83702_b6ac24-c6 inner-column-2 pro-tip-item2\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<div class=\"protip-desc\">\n\t<div class=\"help-tip\">\n\t\t<p><strong>Pro Tips<\/strong> are nuggets of information direct from ASE-certified automobile technicians working with CarParts.com, which may include unique, personal insights based on their years of experience working in the automotive industry. These can help you make more informed decisions about your car.<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n    <div class=\"help-caption\">\n        <p>\n            <strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong>\n            <span>If your car has electric steering and you see a light, cycle the key off and on. If that doesn&rsquo;t take care of it or if you lose steering assist, have it towed to a shop.<\/span>\n        <\/p>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-data443-irp-shortcode irp-shortcode\"><div style=\"clear:both; margin-top:0em; margin-bottom:1em;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/what-color-is-power-steering-fluid-and-other-faq\/\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"dofollow\" class=\"u5bf632d113d27ba29b60de246f174cbe\"><style> .u5bf632d113d27ba29b60de246f174cbe { padding:0px; margin: 0; padding-top:1em!important; padding-bottom:1em!important; width:100%; display: block; font-weight:bold; background-color:#eaeaea; border:0!important; border-left:4px solid #34495E!important; text-decoration:none; } .u5bf632d113d27ba29b60de246f174cbe:active, .u5bf632d113d27ba29b60de246f174cbe:hover { opacity: 1; transition: opacity 250ms; webkit-transition: opacity 250ms; text-decoration:none; } .u5bf632d113d27ba29b60de246f174cbe { transition: background-color 250ms; webkit-transition: background-color 250ms; opacity: 1; transition: opacity 250ms; webkit-transition: opacity 250ms; } .u5bf632d113d27ba29b60de246f174cbe .ctaText { font-weight:bold; color:#464646; text-decoration:none; font-size: 16px; } .u5bf632d113d27ba29b60de246f174cbe .postTitle { color:#000000; text-decoration: underline!important; font-size: 16px; } .u5bf632d113d27ba29b60de246f174cbe:hover .postTitle { text-decoration: underline!important; } <\/style><div style=\"padding-left:1em; padding-right:1em;\"><span class=\"ctaText\">See also<\/span>&nbsp; <span class=\"postTitle\">What Color Is Power Steering Fluid and Other FAQ<\/span><\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"588\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/power-steering-fluid-reservoir-typical-location.jpg\" alt=\"power steering fluid reservoir typical location\" class=\"wp-image-85106\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/power-steering-fluid-reservoir-typical-location.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/power-steering-fluid-reservoir-typical-location-300x196.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/power-steering-fluid-reservoir-typical-location-768x502.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/power-steering-fluid-reservoir-typical-location-150x98.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The power steering fluid reservoir is typically located either on the pump (see left side of photo) or away from the pump with a large hose feeding the pump (see right side of photo). | Image Source: Richard McCuistian<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Some <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/power-steering-reservoir\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"reservoirs\">reservoirs<\/a> are translucent so you can easily check the fluid levels. However, some containers are opaque, so you&rsquo;ll need to open the lid and check if it has enough fluid. Note that some reservoirs also have a small dipstick.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Be sure to turn off the engine before checking the power steering fluid. In most cases, the cap for this type of fluid is marked with an icon of a steering wheel. Sometimes, the word &ldquo;power steering&rdquo; can also be found on the cap.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Low fluid levels will usually direct you to checking high-pressure lines and fittings before topping up to the specified level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Meanwhile, too much power steering fluid can be siphoned until the reservoir is filled to the recommended level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If the container is completely empty, then there might be a fluid leak somewhere in the system.&nbsp; If there is a leak, it&rsquo;s usually pretty easy to spot. It&rsquo;ll usually be a pressure hose leak that squirts fluid everywhere when the wheels are turned, so make sure to wear safety glasses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Are the Signs of Low Power Steering Fluid?&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Aside from an illuminated power steering symbol on your gauge cluster, you should also look out for symptoms of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/low-power-steering-fluid-symptoms-causes-plus-faq\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"low steering fluid\">low steering fluid<\/a>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-data443-irp-shortcode irp-shortcode\"><div style=\"clear:both; margin-top:0em; margin-bottom:1em;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/low-power-steering-fluid-symptoms-causes-plus-faq\/\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"dofollow\" class=\"uff3b7e8946782bb532ef69d0b563e70f\"><style> .uff3b7e8946782bb532ef69d0b563e70f { padding:0px; margin: 0; padding-top:1em!important; padding-bottom:1em!important; width:100%; display: block; font-weight:bold; background-color:#eaeaea; border:0!important; border-left:4px solid #34495E!important; text-decoration:none; } .uff3b7e8946782bb532ef69d0b563e70f:active, .uff3b7e8946782bb532ef69d0b563e70f:hover { opacity: 1; transition: opacity 250ms; webkit-transition: opacity 250ms; text-decoration:none; } .uff3b7e8946782bb532ef69d0b563e70f { transition: background-color 250ms; webkit-transition: background-color 250ms; opacity: 1; transition: opacity 250ms; webkit-transition: opacity 250ms; } .uff3b7e8946782bb532ef69d0b563e70f .ctaText { font-weight:bold; color:#464646; text-decoration:none; font-size: 16px; } .uff3b7e8946782bb532ef69d0b563e70f .postTitle { color:#000000; text-decoration: underline!important; font-size: 16px; } .uff3b7e8946782bb532ef69d0b563e70f:hover .postTitle { text-decoration: underline!important; } <\/style><div style=\"padding-left:1em; padding-right:1em;\"><span class=\"ctaText\">See also<\/span>&nbsp; <span class=\"postTitle\">Low Power Steering Fluid: Symptoms, Causes, Plus FAQ<\/span><\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Difficulty turning the wheel<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If the steering wheel becomes difficult to turn, this is an obvious sign that your vehicle might be low on steering fluid. This can be dangerous while driving, especially if it happens suddenly. Turning quickly to avoid an obstacle might become impossible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Jerky Steering Wheel<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A vibrating steering wheel is dangerous since it can compromise your ability to accurately turn your vehicle. Small deviations in steering angle can significantly affect the vehicle&rsquo;s path, especially if the vehicle is moving fast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"article-search-widget\">\n<div class=\"cp-search\">\n<div align=\"center\">\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cld.partsimg.com\/image\/upload\/w_auto,dpr_auto\/carparts\/logos\/badge_wordmark\/full_color\/CP_LOGO_COLOUR_RGB\" alt=\"CarParts.com\" width=\"300\" height=\"56\">\n<\/div>\n<form id=\"cpsearchform\" name=\"cpsearchform\" action=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/search\" method=\"get\" target=\"_blank\" accept-charset=\"character_set\" aria-label=\"search CarParts.com\">\n    <input type=\"text\" class=\"keyword\" name=\"q\" placeholder=\"Search for parts on CarParts.com\" value=\"\" aria-label=\"Search CarParts.com\"><input type=\"submit\" class=\"btn-search\" value=\"Search\" aria-label=\"Search\">\n<\/form>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Squealing or Whining Noises<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you hear a squealing or whining noise when you&rsquo;re turning the steering wheel, it&rsquo;s likely that there are low levels of power steering fluid in the reservoir. Air in the power steering fluid will usually work its way out, but not always. Sometimes, special bleeding procedures are required.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The power steering system makes steering easier by directing pressurized hydraulic fluid to pistons. If there is insufficient fluid, air will begin to circulate through the steering system, making strange noises when you turn the steering wheel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Air in the power steering fluid will usually work its way out, but not always. Sometimes, special bleeding procedures are required.<\/p>\n<cite><em>&ndash;&nbsp;<\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/author\/richardmccuistian\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Richard McCuistian, ASE Certified Master Automobile Technician\">Richard McCuistian, ASE Certified Master Automobile Technician<\/a><\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Should You Drive With an Illuminated Power Steering Light?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>An illuminated power steering light could mean you have a leak in your power steering system. This is very dangerous because this can cause your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/power-steering-not-working\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"power steering to stop working\">power steering to stop working<\/a>. 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