Q: Having trouble with power steering
I have a 97 Toyota 4Runner v6 3.4L I'm having a problem with my power steering system it's not humming or making any funny sounds but it is really hard and stiff to turn the wheel I've noticed if I give it anywhere from 1500 to 2000 RPM then will break free and loosen up quite a bit back to normal that's while I'm in neutral drive or park and I also check my power steering fluid Whitch is full I was thinking maybe a hose could be clogged or maybe a serpentine belt maybe need to be tightened or also just replacing the power steering pump I have no idea which direction to start first I would appreciate some help thanks
My car has 192000 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.
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