Hi Guys,
Recently got back from a long journey in my '86 Caravelle and the next day the steering has become very juddery and heavy. I've checked the fluid and it is still full and as far as I can see there are no leaks.
Any ideas??
Thanks
Dave
Power Steering Heavy
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Re: Power Steering Heavy
Try lifting out the filter in the reservoir and check that its not blocked.
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Re: Power Steering Heavy
Universal joint on the relay shaft might well be failing.
Best remove and check it before it locks the steering...
Best remove and check it before it locks the steering...
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Re: Power Steering Heavy
Mine gets like that when the belt is a bit loose. Any squealing from the aux belt when running? Might just need a tighten/adjust?
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Re: Power Steering Heavy
Hi!
It was the steering belt! Changed it today and feels like a new van!
Thanks you all for your help!!
Kind regards
Dave
It was the steering belt! Changed it today and feels like a new van!
Thanks you all for your help!!
Kind regards
Dave
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