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Power steering is a little stiff?

Tiny
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  • 2008 INFINITI G37
  • 3.7L
  • V6
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 192,000 MILES
The car is still drivable. Power steering fluid was clear, now it's black. What seems to be the problem? Open the fluid canister and everything is flowing. So why is my wheel a little stiff?
Tuesday, April 18th, 2023 AT 8:56 AM

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Tiny
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Hi,

When you say the fluid was clean and now is black, how quickly did that happen? Also, if it is black, it should be serviced to see if that helps. Keep in mind, the pump may have failed.

Take a look through this link and see if anything helps:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/power-steering-problems

Let me know if that helps. Also, before replacing anything, I would suggest trying to service the system.

Here is a link that explains how to service one:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/power-steering-fluid-flush

Let me know if either of the links' help. Also, let me know as much as you can that may be helpful.

Take care,

Joe
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Wednesday, April 19th, 2023 AT 5:56 PM

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