Adjusting the steering wheel

Depending on the vehicle, the steering wheel height are adjustable.

Push the lever 1 downwards and set the steering wheel to the desired position, then raise the lever to lock the steering wheel.

Make sure that the steering wheel is correctly locked.

Power-assisted steering

Never drive with an inadequately charged 12V battery.

Variable power assisted steering

The variable power-assisted steering system is equipped with an electronic control system which alters the level of assistance to suit the vehicle speed.

Steering is made easier during parking manoeuvres (for added comfort) while the force needed to steer increases progressively as the speed rises (for enhanced safety at high speeds).

Special case

Depending on the vehicle, in the event of a battery fault (disconnected, discharged battery, etc.), the power-assisted steering wheel angle must be reset. To do this:

  • the vehicle stationary and on flat ground;
  • with the driver alone in the vehicle, start the engine: the warning light and/or, depending on the vehicle, the "Turn steer.wheel max right-left" message are/is displayed on the instrument panel;
  • turn the steering wheel fully to the left and hold it, exerting pressure at the end of travel for about one second (you may then feel the steering wheel move in the opposite direction);
  • repeat the same operation by turning the steering wheel fully to the right;
  • bring the steering wheel back to the left in order to straighten the wheels.
tip

Never leave the steering wheel on full lock when the vehicle is stationary.

warning

Never switch off the ignition when travelling downhill, and avoid doing so in normal driving (power steering and brake servo will not function).

tip

With the engine switched off, or if there is a system fault, it is still possible to turn the steering wheel. The force required will be greater.