2 possibilites 1. loose or slipping Power Steering belt. 2. power steering pump could be going out.
Its at the back and below the engine.. to fill it pull the dipstick marked POWER STEERING which is at the back of the engine to the left of the airfilter box.. and add fluid to the level marks on the dipstick
First thing to do is check your power steering fluid level. If it is full, and that does not fix your problems, check all of your power steering lines and make sure there are no kinked/pinched lines. If none of this fixes it then you should have it looked at by your local mechanic. If none of the above strategies fix it, then there is a slight chance that your Pwr Steering pump is bad.
I would replace that unfortunate mixture with fresh power steering fluid using the recommended fluid for the type of vehichle. Some use ATF (automatic transmission fluid) or Mineral Type fluid or most commomly regular Power Steering Fluid. Now...to change the old fluid. Find the return line to the reservoir. This line will be near the top of the the reservoir and under much less pressure than the feed/suction line. With the engine OFF...disconnect the return line from the reservoir. Have a helper hold this hose into a bucket. Start the engine...do not rev it! SLOWLY turn the steering wheel all of the way to right..then all the way to the left..then return it to the center position. Turn off the engine. This will empty the system. NEXT..put the return hose back on and secure it. Fill the reservoir with new fluid and replace the cap. Start the engine and repeat the wheel turning step once again. Stop the engine and check the fluid level. Fill the reservoir to the specified level. PRESTO!!! You should be in good shape as far as the power steering fluid. . John In Montana
By the left side do you mean looking at the vehicle? Could be coolant, Power steering fluid, or oil watch levels or check to determine which
Could beLow transmission fluid level,Dirty transmission fluid,Bad shift solenoid(s),Transmission mechanical problems,Transmission hydraulic control circuit.Start with checking the fluid level then a fluid flush.
Does the 2007 Hyundai Elantra have a power steering pump? How do I check the fluid level? How often should it be replaced? Thanks.
Can be defective wheel bearing, or worn brake pads. You might also want to check the power steering fluid level. Low PS fluid level will cause the pump to squeal.
The power steering pump is near the serpentine belt (passenger side, or to the left as you are looking under the hood). If you are just checking the fluid level, find a 2 inch diameter black cap with "POWER STEERING" on it, just above the washer fluid fill.
check the power steering fluid level. I would have to say your low on fluid.
Look at the level in the power steering reservoir...
check the power steering fluid level and the power steering belt
check power steering fluid level
Have you checked your power steering fluid level..?
That is caused by cavitation. The fluid level is too high. Drain out the excess fluid.
Denise, the fluid goes in the power steering pump resovior at the same place you check the level. Make sure to check the level when the fluid is hot.
If it making a loud squealing sound when you turn the steering wheel, the power steering fluid level is low. The reddish fluid you are seeing on the ground is power steering fluid. It is probably leaking and that would be why the fluid level is so low.
Check the power steering fluid level. Low fluid is the most common cause. If the fluid is ok then the pump may need a rebuild or replacement.