Q: power steering no retrun

asked by on January 09, 2017

power steering no retrun

My car has 137000 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.

The statements expressed above are only for informational purposes and should be independently verified. Please see our terms of service for more details

Get an instant quote for your car

Our certified mechanics come to you ・Backed by 12-month, 12,000-mile guarantee・Fair and transparent pricing


Experienced Mechanic?

Earn up to $70/hr

What others are asking

Coolant leak causing overheating
If you can see the leak, that is where you need to start. A cooling system cannot operate efficiently with a leak or low level condition. If there are no leaks, the problem could be the thermostat, this is the...
Can i still put headers if i did a muffler delete?
Hello. A muffler delete should not interfere with the installation of any exhaust manifold. The exhaust manifold is bolted to the head and runs from the engine bay, while the muffler is on the rear, underside of the vehicle. If...
Reduced engine power
Code P0120 (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/p0120-obd-ii-trouble-code-tps-a-circuit-malfunction-by-jay-safford) relates to the throttle position sensor and can be caused by the following: Sticking throttle return spring MAP or TPS connector corrosion Misrouted harness causing chafing Bad TPS Bad PCM Code P0220 (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/p0220-obd-ii-trouble-code-throttle-pedal-position-sensor-switch-circuit-b-malfunction-by-andrew-quinn) relates to the throttle...
Would a clogged catalytic converter burn a hole in the manifold
Hi and thanks for contacting YourMechanic. The hole in the manifold is a sign of something coming out of the engine, either a piston or a valve. If the manifold is the intake manifold (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/intake-manifold-gaskets-replacement), then there could be a...
"Service 4WD" shows on the dash
Hi there. Check the harness wires from the transfer case to the output shaft speed sensor (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/speed-sensor-replacement). See if the speed sensor wires are burned and shorted into the harness. This could cause the 4wd to engage when ever and...
How to get rid of gasoline odor?
Hi there: You can read this article to give you some good tips on removing odors (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-to-remove-odors-from-your-car) from a vehicle. The best process is to remove the carpet, fully clean underneath, shampoo the carpet and repeat a few times as...
I have a manual car and it does not go to gear 2001 Nissan Sentra
Hello - first task is to check the clutch fluid reservoir (may be shared with the brake master cylinder - both use brake fluid) for correct fluid level. If fluid level is correct, most likely the clutch hydraulics (https://www.yourmechanic.com/question/how-does-a-clutch-engage-and-disengage) -...
It will crank but will not turn on. Leaving a smell of gas
Hello, thank you for writing in. The vehicle may be having spark issues. If the spark is not strong enough to ignite all of the fuel, or does not ignite the fuel at all, the spark plugs may not be...
Having delayed shifting issue with my car. It does it more when you accelerate fast. If you accelerate slow it shifts 2003 Honda CRV
Hi there - your slow-shifting behavior is reported fairly often on this vehicle, with an internal transmission fluid pressure leak (linear solenoid gasket) a common culprit. You don't mention your mileage, but I recommend a fluid and filter change -...

Related articles

2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer: Which One Should I Buy?
SUVs are great for playing out in the mud, taking kids and friends around to different places, as well as just running errands around town. While they are not known to be terrific for gas mileage, that problem is negated...
2012 Toyota Prius vs. 2012 Chevrolet Volt: Which One Should I Buy?
While these two vehicles are both certainly cost-effective to drive, they can be difficult to compare due to the Prius’ entry in the mid-size category and the Volt living squarely in the compact car category. Both of these vehicles are...
The Top 5 Selling Cars in Alabama in 2012
2012 2012 was a great year in Alabama for auto manufacturing, but that wasn’t the only bright spot. Vehicle sales in Alabama were also robust in 2012. Nothing much changed in terms of the vehicle types that were most popular...