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Steering Wheel Hard on turns 2000 civic Sign up here! Search this forum this category all forums for All words Any words Whole Phrase (search options) Auto Repair Home>> Automotive Repair>> Car Troubleshooting Guest Anonymous Poster rajneeshchadha@gmail.com Nov 4, 2008, 5:21 AM Post #1 of 6 (1486 views) Steering Wheel Hard on turns 2000 civic Sign In folks, looking for help in understanding why my 2000 civic with 68k miles has started having steering wheel problems of late. At the edge of the turn (on sharp turns) the steering wheel becomes so hard that it feels as if the power steering has converted to a manual. The turn radius of the car almost doubles. This happens more on the right than the left. Took it to the honda service station and they say it's normal wear. Although this is my first civic (got it new in 00). It is not my first car. And I have owned cars that have seen way more years and miles. Thanks Tom Greenleaf Ultimate Carjunky / Moderator Nov 4, 2008, 6:38 AM Post #2 of 6 (1481 views) Re: Steering Wheel Hard on turns 2000 civic Sign In Not normal IMO. Actually - is opposite of what I'd expect - more power assist when turning and less going straight ahead for more "road" feel. Just by chance - will it improve if you hold idle/engine speed up a bit? T Guest Anonymous Poster rajneeshchadha@gmail.com Nov 4, 2008, 10:51 AM Post #3 of 6 (1477 views) Re: Steering Wheel Hard on turns 2000 civic Sign In I have not noticed that. But will try it out this evening and post back. Tom Greenleaf Ultimate Carjunky / Moderator Nov 4, 2008, 12:06 PM Post #4 of 6 (1475 views) Re: Steering Wheel Hard on turns 2000 civic Sign In If that does make it lots better than perhaps belt isn't tight enough or PS pump is getting weak. Also, could be fluid is getting sticky - making rack not so smooth and a product called Trans-X helps a lot. Suck out as much PS fluid as you can and put a couple ounces of that in and top off with synthetic ATF and some will behave nicely for ages.... T Guest Anonymous Poster Nov 4, 2008, 1:05 PM Post #5 of 6 (1471 views) Re: Steering Wheel Hard on turns 2000 civic Sign In Definately want to check that belt tension. If cracked replace it. You may want to flush the system also as suggested, Be sure to get the correct fluid... Honda's require special P/S fluid. Anything else can cause shuddering & hard steering problems.... It's availilbe at any parts store & is marked Honda P/S fluid. Tom Greenleaf Ultimate Carjunky / Moderator Nov 5, 2008, 12:27 AM Post #6 of 6 (1463 views) Re: Steering Wheel Hard on turns 2000 civic Sign In Hey Guest! Why not sign up and give yourself a user name and take credit for your suggestions and knowledge? I was unaware of Hondas requiring a special PS fluid which in most cars is really just a hydraulic fluid and heat is the enemy that causes failures IMO. The product I mentioned (Trans-X) by brand has shown itself to me to correct some problems that heat has caused in PS systems. PS fluid changes are rarely on the periodic maintenance list for cars and really should be from my observations. ***** T   Automotive Repair     Auto Body Repair and Refinishing     Heating or AC Issues     Electrical and Wiring     Brake Systems     Car Stereo Repair Advice     General Discussions     Car Making Funny Noises     Engine Fault Codes     Engine Troubles     Exhaust Systems     Steering and Suspension     Transmission Troubles     Tricks of the Trade Automotive World     General Discussions     Antique Car Talk     Car Shows and Events     The Bargin Bin     Motor Vehicle Inspection     Car Care Tips     Traffic Tickets     Gasoline, Motor Oils, Concept Cars and Engines     Auto Insurance, Financing, Leases, Warranties Truck Repair     General Discussions     Truck Engine Repair     Truck Suspension Repair Motorcycle Repair     General Discussions     Motorcycle Engine Repair CarJunky     Open Posting     Board FAQ's     New Board Suggestions

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