Power steering not working on start up

2008 Vauxhall Corsa 1.2 SXI
Car: Vauxhall Corsa
Year: 2008
Variant: 1.2 SXI
Categories: Steering, Suspension, Brakes, Wheels & Tyres
power steering and ABS warning light comes on when starting on coldish morning. Both don't work for a mile or so. Then restart car and problem goes away...has anyone else had this and knows a solution?
Problem added: Sep 2, 2020 (3 years ago)
You need to get your battery load tested and your alternator charging rate checked also .
Answered Sep 2, 2020 (3 years ago)
Thanks, just purchased the car so had been sitting on the forecourt for a few weeks, so battery maybe low. Will be doing a long drive tomorrow so hopefully that might help matters
Answered Sep 2, 2020 (3 years ago)
Sitting for a long time may have caused it as you suggest . Your trip may boost it back up , if not a trickle charge should do if battery has no weak cells . Alternator would SEEM to be ok if after short journey it has put enough back into the battery to clear fault . Enjoy your drive .
Answered Sep 2, 2020 (3 years ago)
Thanks again for your advice - much appreciated
Answered Sep 2, 2020 (3 years ago)

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