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For 1990-2009 cars only

Condition

Causes

Increase in Effort While Turning Steering Wheel

    • A hose is pinched.
    • A hose is restricted.
    • The flow control valve is sticking.
    • The steering pump reservoir has a low fluid level.
    • In cold weather, cold climate power steering fluid needs to be added.
    • The steering gear has an internal leak.
    • The power steering pump has an internal leak.