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2002 Volkswagen Jetta Repair Question


Topics covered: Steering, Brakes, Power steering.
Mileage: 56,000 miles.

Asked on December 5, 2011

Why is my 's steering and brakes tight?

The brakes and steering are very sensitive. It is hard to turn my steering wheel and my brakes are very sensitive compared to other cars I have driven. None of these other cars are jettas.Is this normal?
Avatar Asked by hurricanep06

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Replied on December 5, 2011

Without being there, it is hard to say if it is normal. What I recommend is for you to test drive another Jetta to compare it. That way you will know if there is a difference. The steering shouldn't be hard to turn unless it doesn't have power steering.

Tiny Answered by Jacobandnickolas (expert)
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Replied on December 6, 2011

I do have power steering. My friend drove my car and thinks the fluids are low. I am use to the way the car drives because it has driven the same way since I bought it.

Tiny Response from hurricanep06
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Replied on December 6, 2011

Usually, when it is low it will make a noise.

Tiny Answered by Jacobandnickolas (expert)
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