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Old 11-27-2009 | 03:46 PM
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POWER STEERING ISSUE..

Ok when I first start my car in the morning it seems as if I have no power steering, and if I turn seems like I get a screesh from the belt .. after about 15 mins its back to normal .. Y? any ideas?
someone also told me to flush the system is this true ? and if it is how is it done ?
Old 11-27-2009 | 08:04 PM
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wierd i have the same issue with my car. I wish i could give you some advice but i dont know either , lol . Guess im in the same boat as you . Sorry i couldnt help ya !
Old 11-27-2009 | 08:44 PM
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is there a leak? is the reservoir adequately filled? are the belts tightened properly? are you running ATF like you should? Are the belts worn? is it the proper belt? Has any oil/grease gotten onto the pulleys? Is the belt squeeking or is the pump 'whining'? If you have a 15 minute buffer of no PS, look to see under the hood whats happening.
Old 11-27-2009 | 11:52 PM
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There is no whining or leaking just a belt screech in the morning when I turn and hard turning then it warms up and it fine . I don't know if the other kid used the right fluid in there cause I just bought it he told me that vhis mechanic said to change the fluid . But if it was that easy I just can't understand y it wasn't done. Don't know
Old 11-28-2009 | 06:23 AM
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Either the belt is lose or glazed, tighten or replace it.
Old 11-29-2009 | 11:45 AM
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i have the same thing happening to me right now, its so annoying. I was planning to change my ps fluid since its really dark
Old 11-29-2009 | 05:01 PM
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That sounds like a good first step... but how is it done?
Old 11-29-2009 | 05:25 PM
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Search/check the how-to section.

You could also use a baster and suck it out. That's really all there is to it. You won't get all of it at once, so every once in a while suck it out and refill it.

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