Leaney-g

Hi guys,

I have a 2004 wrx and when the car is cold and I've just started it, the steering is really 'sticky' for a few minutes.

Is this just because the car is warming up and the power steering fluid isn't quite where it needs to be? Or is it the first sign of a bigger problem.

Any help is much appreciated.

Thanks

Chris8055

iTrader: (2)

Hi,

The power steering should be good all of the time.....whether its cold or warm!
Try checking the fluid level?
Or it maybe the pump is on its way out...........can you hear a wine or anyother noise coming from the pump occationally??

Leaney-g

Hi mate,

No noises are coming from anywhere.

It's as if the car just wants to get a warm for a minute or two and then it's fine.

I've checked the fluid level and it's where its should be.

Chris8055

iTrader: (2)

Hi,

There could be an air lock possibly in the system.....or the fluid maybe a bit dirty and needs replacing. How many miles has the car done???

Leaney-g

Hi mate,

It's done 80k.

I will change the fluid and you could be right.

If not, then I'll just wait and see what happens next I guess.

Thanks

Chris8055

iTrader: (2)

Hi,
When i worked for Subaru we did change a few pumps........I think the first signs of the pump packing up was for it to be a bit lumpy on the steering..........then a whining noise.
Prob best to change the fluid first as least expensive option......but may require new pump at a later stage.

Your welcome.

Leaney-g

Cheers mate,

Roughly how much was a new pump with fitting when you worked with them?

Chris8055

iTrader: (2)

To be honest......i cant remember........i was just the monkey in the workshop!!