How to Adjust the Heavy Steering Wheel of a Classic Sylphy?
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Check whether the tire pressure of the vehicle is sufficient. Inspect the tires for uneven wear to determine if the four-wheel alignment is abnormal. Then adjust the alignment or inspect the suspension. The power steering fluid needs to be replaced regularly, and check for leaks. When the power steering fluid is insufficient, the steering will become heavy and stiff. Start the car, shift gears, and wait for 3 seconds. Turn the steering wheel to the full lock position, hold for 3 seconds, then return it to the center and turn off the engine. The steering wheel will become lighter when driving again.
Last time my cousin drove my old 2008 Sylphy, he also complained that the steering wheel was as heavy as twisting an iron lump. The first thing to check is the tire pressure—pumping all four tires to around 2.5 bar will make it noticeably lighter, and any tire repair shop can handle this. If it still feels heavy, pop the hood and check the power steering fluid reservoir; if the fluid is black, it needs replacing—you can drain the old fluid and refill with new fluid yourself, and it’ll be done in half an hour. There’s a folding point on the steering column under the wheel—spraying some WD-40 lubricant can fix any sticking sensation. If that doesn’t work, then you might be dealing with a leaking steering gear or a failing power steering pump, which requires a lift inspection. Replacing it with an aftermarket part plus labor would cost around 2,000 yuan. Oh, and a misplaced floor mat can also interfere with the steering linkage—many people overlook this.
