The Fix for Stubborn Subaru Electric Power Steering

    Oct. 16, 2023
    You may encounter a 2013 Subaru Outback equipped with electronic power steering (EPS) where the power steering assist is not working.
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    Example of EPS light.
    Example of EPS light.
    You may encounter a 2013 Subaru Outback equipped with electronic power steering (EPS) where the power steering assist is not working.

    If the EPS light illuminates without a DTC and there is a heavy steering feel, check to see if the battery terminals are clean and properly torqued. If the nut on the battery terminal becomes loose it can result in a momentary loss in power to the EPS.

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