Power steering

23,500 MILES • 2.0L • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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ADNAN1962
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I have a problem in the power steering it is difficult to move when the car is parked and returns to normal when the movement.
Dec 16, 2016 at 3:18 AM
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CARADIODOC
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Cars always steer easier when they are moving, so this suggests you have a weak power steering pump. The clue is the power assist will come back when you raise engine speed a little. Also, a weak pump results in loss of power assist in both directions at the same time.

Internal leakage in the rack and pinion steering gear can cause loss of power assist too, but usually you will have lack of assist in just one direction, and that will come back when the engine warms up. Each day it will take longer before the power assist returns, and after a few weeks or months you will lose power assist in the other direction too.
Dec 16, 2016 at 3:50 AM
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JOHNNY G.JR
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Make sure tires are inflated properly
Dec 16, 2016 at 7:57 AM
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ADNAN1962
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Thanks to all
Dec 16, 2016 at 1:42 PM
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