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lack of power steering

Godbomb2908
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hi guys, im new to the website

glad i've found it

had a problem develop with my p reg 1.4 fiesta zetec (petrol)

one morning the steering just decided to stop, almost like the steering lock was on

managed to get it working after turning the car off then on again

but now its somewhat stiff

defo nothing like the rack or anything as i've checked that over

its gotta be something to do with the power steering

has anyone else had this problem?

any ideas?

please help!!

Ben

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    hi guys, im new to the website

    glad i've found it

    had a problem develop with my p reg 1.4 fiesta zetec (petrol)

    one morning the steering just decided to stop, almost like the steering lock was on

    managed to get it working after turning the car off then on again

    but now its somewhat stiff

    defo nothing like the rack or anything as i've checked that over

    its gotta be something to do with the power steering

    has anyone else had this problem?

    any ideas?

    please help!!

    Ben

    check for leaks in the power stearing unit as it sounds like the units "gone"

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    check you fluid level and drivebelt is tight.

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    check you fluid level and drivebelt is tight.

    brilliant thanks

    erm checked the fluid from the word go and there is loads

    no leaks either

    but the drivebelt is a different story so will have a look

    and keep you posted

    thanks

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    well for past reference if anyone looks to this thread for a similar problem

    mine has turned out to be a seized brake caliper!

    which was unexpected but it happens

    hope this may help someone in the future!

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    lol

    well spoke too soon

    not the brake caliper

    still having problems

    car is in garage again now

    checking it over for problems

    so will keep posted just for future reference

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