w210 estate power steering fluid low warning

[320Alan]

Ok next problem on my to do list i get the power steering fluid warning on start up I may be checking the wrong place for fluid level the tank beside the screen wash it looks about 3/4 full is this right or do i need to add more or is there something else wrong such as faulty sensor. This may be explained in the hand bok but I didnt get one with the car but one will be sourced when I get the chance (anyone got one for sale?)

Cheers in advance

 

[SL300-24]

Sounds like you are looking at the hydraulic fluid tank for the rear suspension.
The power steering fluid is to the left of it near the fan belt, probably a small black plastic square tank with a screw cap on it. Remove the cap and you will see a dipstick to check the level.

 

[E55BOF]

W210s have a single nylon central hydraulic reservoir that supplies both the power steering and the self-levelling suspension. It is behind the washer reservoir, and has a black filler cap with a reinforced hose going to it. There should be max and min level marks on the front of the reservoir.

 

[320Alan]

I'm going to get a pic of this tonight as I'm s but confused by the differing posts the tank gas a screw cap and a black rubber nob with a dip stick and it's reading 3/4 full but can't see a sensor sticking out of the tank. Would this be affected by a low batt as other warning messages I have could be from the this?

 

[renault12ts]

I'm going to get a pic of this tonight as I'm s but confused by the differing posts the tank gas a screw cap and a black rubber nob with a dip stick and it's reading 3/4 full but can't see a sensor sticking out of the tank. Would this be affected by a low batt as other warning messages I have could be from the this?

There is no confusion...post 3 is correct. Post 2 does not take into account you have the estate like me and E55BOF.

 

[320Alan]

ok i would say its to the right of the washer bottles but thats just being picky lol well it is def filled between the max and min levels so at least I was looking in the right place. So the next question is where is the sensor and how would I check it is functioning before I try and find a mystery wiring fault

 

[320Alan]

After some Google searching it seems the sensor is under the car at the back end but can't seem to get a pic or any info on replacing it?