[header] How to handle power steering failure [title] Listen for noises when you turn the steering wheel. [step] If you hear a whining, moaning or shrieking sound, your power steering system pump could be seriously low on fluid. [title] Notice how freely the steering wheel turns.
[header] How to handle power steering failure [title] Listen for noises when you turn the steering wheel. [step] If you hear a whining, moaning or shrieking sound, your power steering system pump could be seriously low on fluid. [title] Notice how freely the steering wheel turns.
[step] Normally, you should be able to turn the steering wheel with little effort whenever you want to steer the car into a curve or around a corner. If you find it a major effort to turn the steering wheel to turn the car, your power steering system is going out. [step] If you hear a crunching sound or feel vibrations while you turn the wheel, that is a sign that the vehicle is not operating properly. [title] Connect your power steering case to your power steering arm. [step] If the manual brakes are not using adequate fluid, your power steering system tank could be severely underpowered and you would need to make a trip to the emergency room in order to get fluid changed. [title] Listen to if the steering wheel turns unexpectedly. [step] There is actually no right way to turn your wheel. Try to maintain control of the steering wheel at all times by observing how very quietly the car is moving.