Power steering not working properly

Hi,

When the vehicle is moving faster, the steering by nature is easier to turn, so I'm wondering if the problem still exists but becomes less noticeable.

When you are stopped, do you have any assist whatsoever? Is the power steering belt in good condition and tight? Is the fluid full and clean? Is there a whining sound from the power steering pump?

Let me know as much as you can. Also, let me know if anyone has added fluid that may have resulted in the condition and what it was.

If the fluid is dirty, you may want to consider flushing it to see if that is at all helpful. Here is a link that shows how it is done:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/power-steering-fluid-flush

Take care,

Joe

Hi,

I totally agree with you. It shouldn't be bad already. Was the replacement pump new or remanufactured? Also, have you tried servicing it? Does it act the same way as it did with the original pump?

Let me know.

Joe

By chance, does the fluid indicate the system may be dirty? If you are getting a whine from the pump, either it is working harder than it should or the pump is going bad.

Keep in mind, when you are moving, the assistance from the pump is lessened. Therefore, you have a much better chance it won't make noise.

I suspect the new pump is failing. Also, if there is excessive dirt in the fluid, I would flush the system prior to replacing the pump. Otherwise, the same thing will likely happen again.

By chance, is the pump still under warranty? Often times they come with a lifetime warranty.

Let me know.

Joe