Steering effort heavy due to power steering fluid leak: Mazda 3 Steering & Suspension

Problem overview

If the steering effort feels heavy, this can be caused by a power steering fluid leak. Some models may have burrs on the return port of the power steering reservoir that create a gap between the hose and the port. Sanding the burrs off the port and replacing the power steering return hose is the repair for this concern.

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Mazda 3 vehicles with this problem

8 model years affected

Average mileage: 57,000 miles

(57,000 - 57,000)

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Power Steering Hose Replacement

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Steering effort heavy due to power steering fluid leak on Mazda 3

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