Comon signs and symptoms of a bad power steering pump and how o tell if it has failed.

What is a Power Steering Pump?
The power-steering pump pressurizes hydraulic fluid that assists the driver when turning the steering wheel.
Signs of steering pump failure include leaks, noises, or decreased assistance while steering.

Symptoms of a Bad Power Steering Pump
There is a Squealing Sound When the Engine Starts
There are Squealing or Groaning Noises When the Vehicle Turns
The Steering Wheel is Stiff and Hard to Turn
The steering Wheel is Slow to Respond
Power Steering Fluid Leak

What to Check
Check the Power Steering Fluid Level
Check the Fluid Color is Not Dark and Murky
Check Belt
Check for Misalignment


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