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Question: Power steering extremely tight when initially started. Why?

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kathyck13, South Bend, IN, February 09, 2012, 14:26
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98 gr Marquis when initially started it is hard to steer. Very tight unlike normal. After a bit it loosens up. What could cause? I just had maintenance done an oil chafe with all fluids checked. I'm stumped!

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    csubak30 February 09, 2012, 15:26
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    Power steering pump could be failing and may need replaced or the filter may be clogging up.

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