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2005 Kia Spectra Repair Question


Topics covered: Power steering, Steering, Power steering fluid.
Mileage: 97,000 miles.

Asked on November 17, 2011

No power steering first thing in morning-Comes back after about 10 -15 seconds- Ok rest of day. Resoivor is full. Just happened

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Replied on November 17, 2011

Check the condition of the power steering fluid. It it has a grey-ish or silver tint. If it does, have the system flushed, but it could be a problem with the power steering rack's "spool valves" and would require replacment of the power steering rack & pinion assembly.

Tiny Answered by Dan_K (expert)
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