power steering wiggin' out

Post by **ShionS14** » Mon Nov 24, 2003 10:03 am

I have 1998 240sx se and the power steering pump doesnt seem to be working. The pump doesnt make any whining noise like a bad pump would but for some reason the steering wheel is very stiff. Any suggestions would be helpful.

Post by **NISTECH** » Mon Nov 24, 2003 10:03 am

fluid level ok? belt on? start there if thats ok you either have a bad rack or bad valveing in the pump.

Post by **ShionS14** » Mon Nov 24, 2003 10:03 am

a bad rack meaning the belt wouldnt be tight enough on it, the belt fluid are okay. if the valve in the pump is bad do i have to replace it or can it be fixed

Post by **NISTECH** » Mon Nov 24, 2003 10:03 am

no bad rack ment bad power steering rack( the unit that turns the tires). The pump can be rebuilt but it might be difficult to find a rebuilder it is not common practice anymore. people usually just replace it instead of rebuild it any more. same holds true for the rack. rebuilding components is becoming a thing of the past due to higher labor rates.

Post by **ShionS14** » Mon Nov 24, 2003 10:03 am

thanks

power steering wiggin' out

power steering wiggin' out

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