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1998 Cadillac El Dorado Repair Question


Topics covered: Steering, Sensor, Power steering.
Mileage: 56,000 miles.

Asked on January 29, 2012

I am looking at a 1998 Eldorado with 56,000 miles that is for sale. It has a steering system light on the dash. It drives fine. Is this an expensive fix?

The people who have the car for sale assure me that the car steers fine. "probably a sensor" he said.
Avatar Asked by redoak2

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Replied on January 29, 2012

Have it scanned for codes. Check the power steering fluid level.

Tiny Answered by rivermikerat (expert)
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Replied on January 29, 2012

According to our reference material, the only steering related sensor is the steering wheel position sensor, which is located at the base of the steering column. See if it's disconnected, the wires or broken, or something obvious that would cause it to fault.

Tiny Answered by rivermikerat (expert)
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