Steering issues?
03-11-03, 08:55 PM
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Steering issues?
Well, it looks like my 97 ES300 may be acting up. I seem to require a lot more steering effort to turn the wheel to the left versus the right. Anyone know what may be the cause of this? Thanks!
03-12-03, 06:40 AM
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It is more noticeable when cold. After the car has warmed up a bit, it's definitely better, but still requires a little more effort to turn left than right. I'm basically clueless when it comes to the mechanicals of a car, hence the need to consult with you folks. 
03-12-03, 07:47 AM
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it might be the steering rack
a very expensive part as i think you also have variable power steering as i do on my 94
you might want to get a fluid flush it uses auto tranny fluid not power steering fluid
it also runs your fan for the rad
a though might be just to check if the fan starts moving a bit when the car is started cold
if not there may be a blockage in one of the vavles if not mechanical damage
a fluid flush is the best start
i don't think it is a fluid level problem as it is only in one direction of turning
good luck
a very expensive part as i think you also have variable power steering as i do on my 94
you might want to get a fluid flush it uses auto tranny fluid not power steering fluid
it also runs your fan for the rad
a though might be just to check if the fan starts moving a bit when the car is started cold
if not there may be a blockage in one of the vavles if not mechanical damage
a fluid flush is the best start
i don't think it is a fluid level problem as it is only in one direction of turning
good luck
03-12-03, 12:04 PM
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don't worry it isn't stupidity
not all of us went to college as an automotive technition like me
( the reason i can't spell )
the fluid is supposed to be red but normal wear and tear will make it dark brown -black lookingshouldn't really have an odour
with tranny fluid in a transmission if clutches burn it does end up smelling burnt
not all of us went to college as an automotive technition like me
( the reason i can't spell
)the fluid is supposed to be red but normal wear and tear will make it dark brown -black lookingshouldn't really have an odour
with tranny fluid in a transmission if clutches burn it does end up smelling burnt
03-12-03, 12:49 PM
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Well, I checked the power steering fluid. It is currenlty a light brown color. Defintely not dark at all. If this isn't a cause, I guess it's time for a trip to the dealer? 
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03-12-03, 03:00 PM
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Well, I checked the power steering fluid. It is currenlty a light brown color. Defintely not dark at all. If this isn't a cause, I guess it's time for a trip to the dealer?
Well, I checked the power steering fluid. It is currenlty a light brown color. Defintely not dark at all. If this isn't a cause, I guess it's time for a trip to the dealer?
Good luck.
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