Steering question
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Burning Brakes
Joined: Feb 2006
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From: High Desert California
Steering question
Why does my power steering get hard when the car warms up? It feels like having manual steering. When I first start it up, steering's fine; like it should be, then gets really stiff when she warms up.
Le Mans Master
Joined: Oct 2005
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From: Macon, GA
After a little more thought, I agree that the pump is the culprit. You either have an internal leak, or it's just worn out. The only real way of knowing is to check the pump pressure, but this requires tools that usually only a service tech would have. Odds are that if you take it in to get checked, they are going to recommend to replace the pump. You can do it yourself and save a ton of cash as long as you have a pulley puller.
Also, is there a chance the belt may be slipping?
Good luck.
Also, is there a chance the belt may be slipping?
Good luck.
