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Old 09-08-2010, 12:24 PM
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Default Power steering weak/stiff

I know I've seen it on here somewhere where it mentions something about lack of power steering, I've tried the search also and can't seem find any info.

After a few high speed runs the power steering gets really stiff to turn. Fluid level is good and everything looks ok, no leaks or anything. After it sits a while (couple hours), the P/S goes back to normal.

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pump maybe or try changing your fluid.
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try flushing the old fluid out
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What colour is the fluid? Ideally, it should be clear. My guess is that yours is burnt and should be flushed. If that doesn't work, you have bigger problems.




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