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Why does the power steering in the Fiat 500 deactivate?

Model: Fiat 500 312 - Years: 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018
Part: Steering wheel

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Regarding the problem mentioned above, we find a more in-depth analysis in the attached video, in which the reason for this malfunction is technically explained. It seems, as reported by the protagonist of the aforementioned video, that the cause of everything is the worm screw installed in the electronic group that manages the steering assistance.

The spring in question undergoes wear and tear, during steering phases, caused by excessive friction with the inner ring in the aforementioned block, so there is no other way than to disassemble the entire component and revise it, or replace it entirely.


Posted on 29 October 2025 by ScegliAuto


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