Power steering failure usually happens gradually and can be due to improper maintenance of its parts. There are often warning signs, but knowing what to look for, hear or feel often puts drivers at risk of major repairs because they waited too long to visit their local auto repair shop. Here in Tempe and Mesa, we can revitalize your power steering system with our maintenance service and have your wheel turning safely and easily.

Normally, a driver should be able to turn the steering wheel with little effort whenever you want to steer. Most modern cars are equipped with power steering, which allows you to turn your car with the wheel without resistance. If you’re having a hard time turning your steering wheel, chances are your power steering isn’t working correctly. There are a few approaches you can take to determine what is causing your power steering to fail. The main thing you should do is to have our repair technicians inspect the vehicle before more damage is done and the complete power steering system  needs to be replaced. That means more money and more time without your vehicle. Instead of your steering wheel spinning, your head will be!

So what may be wrong? Well, there a few culprits. Some common reasons include:

• Low fluid. If there’s not enough fluid, it’ll be hard to make turns. If you have to add fluid frequently, you may have a leak.
• Leaks in or around the hoses and lines around the power steering pump.
• Leaks around the seals of the rack and pinion. If you have an older car, you may have a recirculating ball unit.
• Loose belts. Have someone listen for any noise coming from the pump as you turn on the engine and turn the steering wheel.

At our repair shop, our power steering service includes a fluid flush which removes deposits and impurities which could harm the system and conditions and re-vitalizes seals in that region. You know you’re past due for power steering service if your vehicle is making excessive noise, not working or shaking. A fluid flush could prevent further damage and prepare the system for more driving. Using a powerful cleaner to dissolve and suspend varnish and gums in the power steering system, all of your old fluid is flushed and replaced with new BG high tech power steering fluid. We recommend the service every 30,000 miles or as needed. Come visit us today or at the first sign of power steering issues. Calling today could save you time and money tomorrow.