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Power Steering Control Valve Replacement Service

How much does a Power Steering Control Valve Replacement cost?

On average, the cost for a Mazda Protege Power Steering Control Valve Replacement is $236 with $131 for parts and $105 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

CarServiceEstimateShop/Dealer Price
2003 Mazda ProtegeL4-2.0LService typePower Steering Control Valve ReplacementEstimate$564.73Shop/Dealer Price$683.07 - $1019.17
1990 Mazda ProtegeL4-1.8LService typePower Steering Control Valve ReplacementEstimate$544.73Shop/Dealer Price$663.08 - $999.20
2003 Mazda ProtegeL4-1.6LService typePower Steering Control Valve ReplacementEstimate$366.55Shop/Dealer Price$440.36 - $642.84
1993 Mazda ProtegeL4-1.8LService typePower Steering Control Valve ReplacementEstimate$544.73Shop/Dealer Price$663.06 - $999.16
1992 Mazda ProtegeL4-1.8LService typePower Steering Control Valve ReplacementEstimate$544.73Shop/Dealer Price$663.10 - $999.23
2001 Mazda ProtegeL4-1.6LService typePower Steering Control Valve ReplacementEstimate$366.55Shop/Dealer Price$440.36 - $642.84
1996 Mazda ProtegeL4-1.8LService typePower Steering Control Valve ReplacementEstimate$564.73Shop/Dealer Price$680.55 - $1014.76
1995 Mazda ProtegeL4-1.8LService typePower Steering Control Valve ReplacementEstimate$564.73Shop/Dealer Price$680.92 - $1015.42
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What is the Power Steering Control Valve all about?

Power steering pumps create high pressure in order to push fluid through the system, into the power steering rack, and provide good handling. There are many different components that play critical roles in this process, and the power steering control valve is one of them. You might be more familiar with this as the flow-control valve.

In most setups, the power steering control valve is located at the outlet of the pump, where the fluid leaves the pump and enters the supply line. It regulates the pressure of the fluid in the line to the correct PSI. If the valve fails, the fluid pressure may become too low or too high. Excessive pressure can cause damage to the supply line, creating leaks and fire hazards (power steering fluid is flammable).

Keep in mind:

  • The power steering control valve is not part of any service or maintenance regimen.
  • It is not possible to check the valve for operation during basic maintenance, so it will only be inspected if there is a problem.
  • Failure of the control valve will create problems with steering and handling.
  • In most instances, valve failure will require replacement of the power steering pump itself.

How it's done:

  • The power steering control valve is checked for replacement
  • The power steering control valve is removed
  • The new power steering control valve is installed
  • The power steering system is refilled and checked for leaks
  • The engine is run and the power steering system operation is checked

Our recommendation:

While the power steering valve does not require any regular maintenance you may request that it is diagnosed if your car exhibits any of the symptoms. Your power steering system is an important component of your vehicle, ensuring simplified handling through all types of turns. However, a failing power steering control valve can cause drops in fluid pressure, creating harder steering. Have any malfunction or problem with your power steering system inspected by one of our expert mechanics immediately.

What common symptoms indicate you may need to replace the Power Steering Control Valve?

  • Hard steering at higher speeds
  • Whining noise during turning

How important is this service?

Your power steering system might not be as critical to vehicle operation as the engine and transmission, but it enhances safety and makes steering easier. If you notice any problems with your power steering system, have the vehicle inspected and the problem diagnosed as soon as possible.

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Ben called to see if he could come to the appointment early. He was nice and he installed the alternator and belts and jumped the car to get it running. I was told to leave it running for about 10 minutes to charge the battery , then I'd be good to go. I let the car run for at least 20 minutes then turned it off and it wouldn't restart. I called him and left a message but he didn't return it. I called the main number which took hours to call me back just to say that they had to call me back again. When they called back the next day, they said that Ben had informed me that I would need new battery terminals...WHAT?? He NEVER mentioned anything about the battery terminals and his report has nothing to say about the battery. He either lied to the office or neglected to tell me or put it on the report. So then they asked me if I wanted to set up an appointment to get the terminals installed....NO!! I'm not booking another appointment after that!! Are they crazy??? I'll get someone else to do the terminals and I will NEVER use YourMechanic again.

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Mazda Protege L4-1.5L - Ball Joint Front Replacement (Lower Right) - Yukon, Oklahoma
Joseph did a great job! He went slightly longer than needed, but only because he did a general check of so many other things. I'd definitely have him work on my car again!

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Mazda Protege L4-1.6L - Check Engine Light is on Inspection - Douglasville, Georgia
Richard is professional, prompt, and knowledgeable. He did troubleshooting to find the root cause of my car's problem and fixed it. I recommend Richard and this repair service to anyone. Nothing beats the repair service coming to you - convenient and easy to say the least.

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