Power steering max

have you inspected the steering rack and pinion. they do wear out and need to be replaced.

any vehicle of that age will have power steering so a few basic checks to start with ,the power steeering is powered by a pump which is belt driven so check all the drive belts are in good condition/not loose etc ,next check the power steering fluid level, there will be a small resovoir ,usually opaque, with a black screw off top, with pipes leading back to the pump, there will be min/max mark on side of this so make sure the fluid is in that range other than that you will have to take to a repair shop as other causes require expertise

When is the last time the front end has been lubricated, just a thought. My 1991 Lotus Esprit SE also has heavy steering which is normal for these racing suspension's. Its to compensate for over steering, which is easier to do with power steering.

sounds like the power steering pump or drive belt could be faulty or pump leaking check the fluid level. and drive belt first is it ok and tensionered ok if the fluid level keeps dropping then the pump may be faulty

check drive belt for the power steering and check belt tension. Check oil level in reservoir. Have a pressure test done on the power steering pump to check for stuck relief valves.

hi Jo,the power steering is powered by the fanbelt and if its slipping will cause it to go heavy but a light would come up on the dash to tell you the alternator was not charging.so if not the belt,it could be the electrics for the pwr steering need looking into,this is easier to get on the dealers diagnostic computer which will show up the exact fault.and would save any guesswork.

The Solenoid fitted on the Steering Rack is not getting the command from The Body Control Unit. Kindly Replace your BCM and then your problem is solved. You can try to make sure by giving direct current of 12v to the solenoid and check the Steering. if it works then simply change the BCM as it's not giving d command to the Solenoid. Salman EiD

sounds like your power steering is failing, get it checked at a garage asap, steering is important when going fast :), probably needs steering wheel taken apart and power steering components checked for wear/damage.

If you mean the fluid level in the power steering container ,it's marked on the power steering fluid container under the hood (min - max). There's no stick like the engine oil measuring stick. Keep the level at 'max' and you'll have no problems.

hey
Problem looks quit similar to mine. There could be a leak in one of the hous or and the prower steering pump leak.
U might wanna change the COMPLETE RACK ASSEMBLY AND OR THE P/S PUMP.