Power Sreering

Hello, sorry for the intrusion, but I wonder if anyone could help me out.

I've got a 2002 Vectra 2.0 DTi LS, and recently it's showing a power
steering alert on the dash display. I haven't a manual for the car (bought
second-hand from Fords of Winsford), and I cannot locate the power steering
reservoir. Where on earth is it?! I'd be grateful if someone could point me
in the right direction, as I'm (hopefully) swapping the car over the weekend
for an older Saab.

Cheers

 

Lot newer than my vectra, but does it have a power steering pump? these
should be easier to track down, just look at what the belts go round. If no
pump then its that funny electric PS, like we have on the wifes zafira.
Dunno how that works, but it works ok for her.

Mike

 

That's a new style Vectra?
I think they have electric power steering. You have a three year
warranty. I suggest that you get to a Vauxhaul dealer and get it fixed
under warranty - real sharpish. You don't want to pay that repair bill.
Dave

 

steering is deffo electric, my headlights sometimes flicker a bit when I
turn the wheel parking.

B

 

Thanks all for your replies - it explains why I couldn't find anywhere to
put power steering fluid!
I'm (hopefully) exchanging the car on saturday, so I hope the garage don't
notice it..... On nights 'til then, so haven't really got chance to take it
to a dealer. What could happen if it's left as it is? It's been on a few
weeks now

Thanks again

 

That happens on my 1989 carlton too.

 

I took it into the Vauxhall dealer this morning, where they ran diagnostics
on it. They're having to replace the entire steering rack - I'm glad I took
your advice, as if it failed completely it could've been dangerous.

Thanks again

 

No problem, glad you got it sorted out.
Dave

 

Cheers, forgot also to say (thankfully) covered by the warranty - otherwise
I'd be coughing up ~ £500!

Chris