What are the causes of heavy steering system?
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Reasons for heavy steering system: 1. The deflection and size of the front leaf spring do not meet the specifications; 2. Insufficient hydraulic oil level; 3. Poor system sealing performance; 4. Severe wear of the gear pump chamber in the hydraulic pump; 5. Damage to the belt gear driving the hydraulic pump; 6. Excessive tightness in the fit clearance between the steering rocker arm shaft and the bushing; 7. Lack of lubrication or damage to the steering tie rod ball joint; 8. Damage to the steering gear or steering column bearing. Symptoms of heavy steering system: 1. Difficulty and heaviness when turning the steering wheel; 2. Failure to return to the straight position promptly after turning. Solutions for heavy steering system: 1. Press down on the drive belt of the steering oil pump by hand to check the belt tension; 2. Start the engine and let it idle; 3. Check the quality and level of the oil in the reservoir; 4. Inspect the filter in the steering fluid reservoir; 5. Check if air has entered the oil circuit.