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How to handle power steering failure
Listen for noises when you turn the steering wheel.
If you hear a whining, moaning or shrieking sound, your power steering system pump could be seriously low on fluid.
Notice how freely the steering wheel turns.
Normally, you should be able to turn the steering wheel with little effort whenever you want to steer the car into a curve or around a corner. If you find it a major effort to turn the steering wheel to turn the car, your power steering system is going out.