power steering pump

2005 KIA SPORTAGE
82,000 MILES • 4 CYL • RWD • AUTOMATIC
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DRBOBS
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hard steering
Feb 19, 2016 at 11:51 PM
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CATAFINA
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Possible causes for a stiff steering wheel are a loose or damaged power steering belt, low power steering fluid levels, a damaged or leaking power steering rack or a broken power steering pump
Feb 20, 2016 at 1:42 AM
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Have you tried a power steering system flush that can help it, check this link on how to do it. https://www.2carpros.com/articles/power-steering-fluid-flush

Let us know what you find so you can help others
Mar 7, 2016 at 3:01 PM
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