How to Make the Steering Wheel Lighter When It's Too Heavy?

[AaronLynn]

Methods to make a heavy steering wheel lighter: First, check the car's power steering fluid. A common reason for a heavier steering wheel is dirty power steering fluid. Like other automotive fluids, power steering fluid needs to be replaced. Another possible cause is low tire pressure, which can also make the steering wheel feel heavier. If these issues are ruled out, it's necessary to use diagnostic equipment for a comprehensive inspection of the steering system. Most vehicle models use a hydraulic power steering system, which is further divided into mechanical hydraulic steering and electro-hydraulic steering. Both work on a similar principle: the hydraulic pump (driven by the engine belt) provides oil pressure to push the piston, thereby generating auxiliary force to move the steering linkage and assist in wheel steering.