Tough power steering

[Jones93]

Hi

I have a mk6 2007 1.6 fiesta, the steering on it has goes hard when trying to parallel park and whines loudly.

I've checked fluid and that looks fine, tyres are inflated correctly too. 

What would you check next? Only asking as pumps seem to be bit expensive.

Thanks

[karl46]

If it needs a pump, then it needs a pump no matter how expensive it is. If the fluid is correct and tyres OK, no leaks and the drive belt isn't slipping then thats the initial checks, Jack the car up and see if the steering is still stiff.  Find yourself an independant garage to get a quote.