Check Power Steering fluid first, then take it to the shop if it is full.
Probably the increased load on the engine caused by the power steering pump.
A few suggestions, first I would not drive this car until I have had it checked out. losing power can cause hard steering and braking loss. Some of the causes could be a dirty fuel filter and or fuel injectors, some other intermittent causes could be a loose connection on the battery or elsewhere.
* No power steering fluid in reservoir * The power steering pump is not operating
A bad vehicle ground wire can cause intermittent loss of power to your 1998 Nissan. Check the vehicle ground wire to make sure it is tight and free of corrosion.
1992 Lexus ls400 no power steering replaced power steering rack because it was leaking but it had p/s.thought it was the rack so replaced agin no luck,replaced the p/s pump still no p/s.
intermittent loss indicates you need a new sensor
Not much information to go on but I would start with changing the fuel filter.
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Yes, something wrong in the rack and pinion can cause a loss of power steering fluid. The failure of seals in any part of the steering system can cause leaks. Further diagnosis is recommended to isolate the problem.
It is not uncommon for there to be some incidental loss of power steering fluid. I have added minor amounts of power steering fluid to my 2001 three times over the years. No more than a couple ounces at a time though. If there's more loss than that, start examining the power steering hoses and connections for signs of leakage.
There are 3 things that can happen when you lose power steering. #1 there is not enough power steering fluid, there might be a leek in the system. #2 The belt that connects to the power steering pump has come off. #3 The beerings in the power steering system has seized, usually only happens if the car is very old.
Faulty power steering pump, low fluid level, and improper belt tension are the most common. It can be causes by damaged or restricted power steering lines, steering gearbox, steering rack and pinion, seized tie rod ends, strut mounts, ball joints, over sized tires, and so on. If you hear a whining noise while engine is running suspect fluid loss or damaged power steering system component. If noise is more of a creek or squeak over bumps or while turning the wheel (no noise while engine running and not turning wheel or moving in gear) suspect mechanical steering or suspension component.