Originally Posted by Turbo II Rotor (Post 7751126)

I believe the 5 beeps is the steering wheel sensor. Did you pull or change your steering wheel lately?

Originally Posted by pfsantos (Post 7751448)

The arrow on the portion that turns with the steering wheel has to be at 9 o'clock when the steering wheel is straight. This same part has two tabs (at 12 and 6 if aligned properly with steering centered); these go into the back of the steering wheel hub. The power steering computer is what's beeping at you.

Originally Posted by FAQ

I keep hearing a beep beep beep
Probably the power steering computer telling you there is a problem with the system. The number of beeps before pausing will indicate the problem.
1-beep, pause, repeat - in case abnormality of speed sensor signal:
In case broken wires or short circuits occur to sensors or harnesses, the buzzer sounds 60-seconds after the engine speed signal of 2200 rpm continues for 18-seconds.
2-beeps, pause, repeat - in case abnormality of engine speed signal:
The buzzer sounds twice and repeats when the vehicle speed signal is missing input and/or no engine speed signal is found (short circuit, broken wire, etc.)
3-beeps, pause, repeat - in case abnormality of stepping motor signal:
The buzzer sounds when there are broken wires or short circuits in coils or harnesses.
4-beeps, pause, repeat - in case abnormality of the power steering microcomputer:
The buzzer sounds 4 and repeats when there are circuit troubles other than with the micro computer.
5-beeps, pause, repeat - in case abnormality of steering sensor signal: Steering sensor is mis-aligned or failed or steering wheel has been improperly installed.

Originally Posted by classicauto (Post 7751600)

You can un plug the PS computer if you can't figure out how to get those tabs aligned properly. Or if its broken, you could replace it.

:dunno:

Originally Posted by ericgrau (Post 7751629)

5 beeps? I would guess align steering sensor, replace steering sensor, or re-install steering wheel. And next time check the FAQ first and/or search.

Originally Posted by rotaryat16 (Post 7751642)

will that affect my power steering??

Originally Posted by ericgrau (Post 7752783)

He did ask where to find the power steering sensor, that question is valid enough I'd think. I dunno what it looks like but you could try the FSM (download from FAQ) or wait until (maybe) someone knows the answer and replies.

Originally Posted by pfsantos (Post 7754954)

The power steering wheel position sensor is at the back of the steering wheel. Once you remove the steering wheel you'll see it right away. One part pivots because it has tabs that stick out towards alignment holes in the wheel, and the other part is fixed to the steering column. When the steering wheel is straight, the tabs should be vertical and the arrow on the pivoting portion aligned with the fixed portion (I believe 9 o' clock).

We have variable assist power steering. The computer (under the steering column above your knees when driving) adjusts assist depending on either RPM or speed and turning angle. If you unplug the p/s computer, I think you'll still have power steering (not 100% sure), but it won't be variable.

With the system working, I can sometimes feel the changes in assist. My advice - fix the problem if all it is is putting a new sensor in. Make sure you mark/paint the wheel position relative to the shaft (to maintain alignment), and torque the nut for safety.

Originally Posted by 03/08/87 (Post 7758066)

you've been here since 06. Haven't you graduated from noob yet?
j/k, I will always be a noob...just the way things are.


Be careful, I broke a tab off the white plastic piece but was lucky and it didn't ruin the part.

Also, once you get everything back together, it must be accurate. Just one slot left or right will cause it to continue to malfunction.


btw, is there supposed to be grease in there. I mean it is plastic parts in there.
I didn't know any better, so I cleaned the old grease that was there and put new grease in. That didn't feel right so I got alot of it out.

Originally Posted by rotaryat16 (Post 7758310)

haha, yeah, i just started using my account though..and there is grease in mine.. i am gonna clean it out though and re-grease it.

I actually disconnected the turn signal return... its just down to that back part that points 9 o'clock all the time... is that suppose to move?? i am copying my old Series 5 and i cant figure out what they did different on that one...

i need to figure out a way just to stop that damn beeping... i have tried workin on the entire thing trying everything people suggest but it just wont shut up. Its driving me insane.. i am just gonna have to pull the PS fuse or something...

Originally Posted by Icemark (Post 7758669)

No, if you pull the power steering fuse you de-power other circuits too. The power steering fuse is not just for the power steering. It also does the rear defrost and a few other things.

If everything is in place and plugged in it should work unless you damaged the plastic bushing.

Is everything in place?

Originally Posted by rotaryat16 (Post 7759151)

everything is in place yeah. The only thing i took off was the top piece for the turn signals.. and everything else is still where it was. i took the back piece off (the 9 o'clock one) and replaced it..but i dunno if it is suppose to turn easily or be tight in there...everything else is still where it was.