Have you ever experienced a lurching motion when turning your steering wheel? That’s a steering wheel jerk.
It can be quite scary, because of the imminent possibility of losing the power steering whilst driving.
There are a few checks you could do yourself (depending on your auto mechanical abilities), or you would need to book your car into a certified Power Steering repairs workshop.
- Firstly check your fluid level, and fill if required. If you needed to fill it, that means there is a leak that needs attention ASAP!
- Secondly, check the belt at the pump. If this is loose, it will require tightening (this would need to be done by a technician if you are unsure of what to do).
- Thirdly, if the engine idle is too slow, the problem could be engine related or electronically related. Ask a qualified technician to troubleshoot it for you.
- Fourthly, if there is low pump pressure, your pump may need rebuilding or replacing.
- Lastly, your mechanic needs to check for a steering linkage hitting an obstruction and correct the clearance.
Sometimes it is better to be forewarned and get your car steering checked out before something goes wrong, indicated by a steering wheel jerk!
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