My "Twinair S" does not have the "City" mode power steering option it has "ECO" instead, a turbo boost. This is my 3rd TA but this one for some reason the steering is heavier than the rest. It has 13k miles, 2014 model. Any ideas?

My Twin Air has a Sport button (permanently on I might add) which sets the power at 105HP but it also makes the steering heavier.

Sport mode on, heavier steering
Sport mode off (Eco) lighter 'city' steering.

It is a feature mentioned in the manual. Have a try to see whether setting your ECO lightens the steering.

tonydodo said:

My "Twinair S" does not have the "City" mode power steering option it has "ECO" instead, a turbo boost. This is my 3rd TA but this one for some reason the steering is heavier than the rest. It has 13k miles, 2014 model. Any ideas?

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At 4years old there is potential for both mechanical and electrical degradation.

I would get the steering ECU interrogated.

Then check battery and earth lead.

Not had any EPAS without the 'girly button'
So cannot comment apart from the fact I find it a little pointless.

Has your car got wider-different tyres.??

Sure, I will. I am not sure if my one has an electric pump or mechanical. Not sure if it has fat tyres either but the ride is very smooth and also you can go over the speed limit without realising, it feels you are going slower!

tyres / wheel size I would imagine

tonydodo

What tyre size..and what part of the world..??

We often get caught out by non European members.
Charlie

I need to look, I am in the UK, you?

Tyre pressure - got them pumped up to the right pressure for the wheel & tyre size?

Personally I find the steering a bit too light on the cars as it is and that's without city mode

The power steering boost is electric so make sure your battery is up to the task.