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R52 Troubleshooting Heavy Steering w Power Steering System R52

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Old Nov 16, 2021 | 10:55 AM
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Troubleshooting Heavy Steering w Power Steering System R52

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I have a low mileage R52 that has developed heavy steering, The car is not driven more than about 2000 miles a year, There is no whining sound and when it is being driven the steering wheel feels a little lighter but is about 1/2 as heavy than when not moving. Is there any advise on best way to service and test the system to figure out what has happened.

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Stewart
 
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Old Nov 17, 2021 | 08:25 AM
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Sounds normal.

any ps system leaks?

is the fan working? Don’t want that pump to over heat
 
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