MAP Adds Maintenance Recommendation for Power Steering Fluid
The Motorist Assurance Program (MAP) announces an important addition to its Uniform Inspection & Communication Standards (UICS). This addition, which is effective immediately, focuses on power steering fluid exchange and the replacement of power steering pumps, steering gears and rack & pinion units ….
Tech Tip: Not All Power Steering Fluids Are Created Equal
Having trouble with power steering pumps failing prematurely? Not sure why? We might have a simple answer for you – power steering fluid. Read on, you might be surprised. Recently, a service dealer called CARDONE’s Technical Hotline regarding a premature failure issue with power steering pumps ….
Audi Tech Tip: Diagnosing Noisy Power Steering
Noisy power steering on an applicable vehicle may be caused by the following conditions: 1) Air drawn into the power steering pump if the power steering fluid is below the minimum mark during cold conditions; and 2) If any system components have been replaced or disconnected and the system filling or bleeding procedures were not carried out properly ….
Diagnostic Solutions: Power Steering Pumps
Going Back to the Basics Can Often Resolve Troublesome Power Assist and Noise-Related Issues We often take the commonplace power steering pump for granted until the driver begins to notice a lack of power assist during parking or the pump itself begins to develop an irritating growling or whining noise. Although installing a new or
Subaru Tech Tip: Curing Power Steering Groan/Vibration
A customer with a 2000-’02 Legacy sedan, wagon or Outback with a 2.5L engine may complain of an abnormal noise (groan) coming from the power steering pump and/or slight vibration in the steering wheel when turning at very low speeds.
Tech Tip: GM Power Steering Gear Pop or Crunch Noise
Some GM vehicle owners may experience a crunch and/or popping sound during low-speed turning. This condition is caused because the lower control arm may be striking the steering knuckle during full-turn type maneuvers, causing the crunch sound. Slight movement between the steering gear attaching bolt threads and the frame rail inboard steering gear attaching holes may cause the popping sound.
Tech Tip: Diagnosing Power Steering Groan/Vibration on Subaru Vehicles
A customer with a 2000-’02 Legacy sedan, wagon or Outback with a 2.5L engine may complain of an abnormal noise (groan) coming from the power steering pump and/or slight vibration in the steering wheel when turning at very low speeds.
Power Steering Racks: Leak Diagnosis & Repair
Power steering is a wonderful invention, especially for those who lack upper body strength or have puny arms. Years ago it was considered a luxury option mostly for elderly people who drove big cars. But today, everybody wants effortless steering, whether they drive an econocar or a three-ton SUV. Consequently, virtually all cars are now
Power Steering Repair
A long time ago in a garage far away a young technician was seeking a repair of a steering system. He found there are a lot of things that can go wrong with a rack and pinion steering gear. The steering wheel vibrates at speeds above 45 miles per hour; the steering wheel doesn’t return