'07 Elantra: What is EPS?

#1 (**permalink**) 03-09-2007, 02:06 AM

When I start my '07 Elantra, a light for "EPS" flashes on the lower right
side of the dash. I can't find anything about it in the Owner's Manual.
Anybody know what EPS is? Thanks.

#2 (**permalink**) 03-09-2007, 10:12 AM

Thanks! I've only had the car since November. I've figured out where the
oil, wiper fluid and coolant tanks are, but that's about it.

"hyundaitech" <notpublic@not.public.com> wrote in message
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> Electronic power steering.
>
> I'm guessing you haven't attempted checking your fluids yet. If you nose
> around the engine compartment, you'll see that you have no power steering
> pump. Your power assist is achieved through an electric motor attached to
> the steering column.
>
> I think the idea is a no-brainer and don't see why more cars haven't gone
> to this. Not only are there fewer parts, but most of the issues with
> reliability (belt, leaks) have been eliminated.
>

#3 (**permalink**) 03-09-2007, 04:38 PM

hyundaitech wrote:
> Electronic power steering.
>
> I'm guessing you haven't attempted checking your fluids yet. If you nose
> around the engine compartment, you'll see that you have no power steering
> pump. Your power assist is achieved through an electric motor attached to
> the steering column.
>
> I think the idea is a no-brainer and don't see why more cars haven't gone
> to this. Not only are there fewer parts, but most of the issues with
> reliability (belt, leaks) have been eliminated.

It also increases fuel mileage, since there's no parasitic power
steering pump.