Steering Wheel ?

[Jairo2000]

Hey, guys I own a 95 Nissan Pathfinder XE. Recently I haven't been using it for 4 days, when I used it today the steering wheel felt tight (kind of hard time turning) everytime I turn it to the left or right. It only happens at slow speeds though. The last time I used it, it was fine. Power-steering fluid is not low. No leaks that I'm aware of. You guys have any insight on what the problen might be? I mean it wasn't like that the last time I used it. Which was 4 days ago.

 

Thanks for the help.

[Cuong Nguyen]

Tire pressure low? Colder weather? Check the pressure sensor plug on the steering pump. When the pressure drops it sends a signal to increase the idle. Do you see the idle increase when trying to turn at a standstill?

[Jairo2000]

Hi, the rpm does not rise in a standstill. The rpm is stable throughout.

[SpecialWarr]

There may be a problem with the pressure sensor or its wiring, a yank on the steering wheel should get the rpms to jump up to 1100 when the motor is still cold. At least, _mine_ jumps up to 1100 rpm when it's cold while getting out of a parking spot as I head off to work!

 

The switch is bloody expensive at $92 from RockAuto though... so you may want to spend an hour or two looking at wiring before you go and throw parts at it!

Edited September 28, 2016 by SpecialWarr

[Jairo2000]

Is it possible that my power steering pump is failing? Is the correct name of the part called "pressure sensor"? I can't seem to find that part that's why.

 

Thanks

[SpecialWarr]

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