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OK more questions

(1) How long have you had it, how many miles and does it have a service history ?

(2) Your power steering is hydraulic so if that is not working it is mechanical so Belt and Fluid need checking as do the connections

(3) The electrical issues could be Battery related how old is the battery and is it in good condition?

If all problems are electrical you need a Diagnostic scan to quickly find the culprit. I take it all the fuses are OK

Dave

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3 minutes ago, Greydog said:

OK more questions

(1) How long have you had it, how many miles and does it have a service history ?

(2) Your power steering is hydraulic so if that is not working it is mechanical so Belt and Fluid need checking as do the connections

(3) The electrical issues could be Battery related how old is the battery and is it in good condition?

If all problems are electrical you need a Diagnostic scan to quickly find the culprit. I take it all the fuses are OK

Dave

Yes...power steering is hydraulic .......but an intermittent elecrical problem disables the wipers, washers, horn and the power steering..l

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If the engine is running so is the power steering pump it has no electrical connection. Unless the electrical problem cuts the engine?

So as the wipers, washers, horn are all on the steering column I would start there if you are not very DIY skilled you may well need the help of someone who is. The steering wheel and plastic covers need taking off to inspect the slip ring and clock spring at the top of the column to make sure it is in good condition. If it is worn and catching that could be your problem also take time to check the loom and connections to the wiper stalk and clock spring and ignition switch.

If something is catching as you turn the wheel that could make you think the power steering is not working. There is also a double Universal joint at the end of the steering column in the engine bay they have been known to stiffen up, sometimes lubrication helps sometimes they need replacing.

Dave

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