Jairo2000 Posted September 27, 2016 Share Posted September 27, 2016 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. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cuong Nguyen Posted September 28, 2016 Share Posted September 28, 2016 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? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jairo2000 Posted September 28, 2016 Author Share Posted September 28, 2016 Hi, the rpm does not rise in a standstill. The rpm is stable throughout. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpecialWarr Posted September 28, 2016 Share Posted September 28, 2016 (edited) 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 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jairo2000 Posted October 1, 2016 Author Share Posted October 1, 2016 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 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpecialWarr Posted October 2, 2016 Share Posted October 2, 2016 http://www.rockauto.com/en/moreinfo.php?pk=817700&cc=1211993&jsn=446 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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