Electric power steering pump not working.

[Ryan flottemesch]

Hi guys,
I have a 1998 Peugeot 106 with 99166 miles on the clock. A few days ago I was reversing up a drive and the steering suddenly went very stiff. When I got home I decided to investigate. I started at the fuse, no problems there. I believe the relay for the pump also controls the vehicle lights and heater, as they are working fine so I have not really spent anytime looking into that. Also the is a multi-pin that connects the pump into the loom, I have separated the pin and I used a power probe to put a direct positive to the pump,the pump starts up fine. And finally yes there is fluid in the reservoir.

Cheers guys
Ryan

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[Bryan]

Check for voltage coming from the wire.

[college man]

Check the connector to the pump. Try unplugging it and
reseating it.

[EricTheCarGuy]

You’ll need to track down what’s suppose to power up the pump. Checking the ground is also a good idea. You did well checking the fuses and the relay but there might be some other control that’s suppose to activate them that’s causing the issue. A wiring diagram would be your best friend here. I don’t see many vehicles with that type of electric power steering. Sounds interesting.

Keep us posted.

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