Q: Power steering hard to turn
My power steering is hard to turn.
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It sounds like your power steering may be running low on fluid and may have a leak or possibly the power steering pump is going bad. I would recommend having a technician, such as one from YourMechanic, come out and inspect the power steering system and replace the leaking part or replace the pump.
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