2008 Honda Ridgeline Sometimes Power Steering Gets Hard Turn Wheel Fluid

2008 HONDA RIDGELINE
111,000 MILES
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sometimes the power steering gets hard to turn wheel, fluid ok,belt ok, if i rev it up off idle it seems to work better.
Apr 7, 2013 at 4:52 AM
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HMAC300
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it may have low pressure or a loose belt recommended belt AND tensioner replacement is 60k
Apr 7, 2013 at 3:38 PM
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HONDATECH1983
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Honda doesn't recommend an auto tensioner replacement at a specific mileage. Also, serpentine belt replacement is due at 105,000 miles. Sounds like possible clogging reservoir screen or a fault in the pump or rack.
Jan 25, 2014 at 6:20 PM
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