What are the hazards of not changing power steering fluid?

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Failure to replace power steering fluid in a timely manner can lead to damage to the steering gear and power steering pump. Steps for replacing power steering fluid: 1. When changing the power steering fluid, first start the car and use an oil extractor to thoroughly remove the old fluid. 2. Inject new power steering fluid, then turn the steering wheel back and forth to allow the new fluid to penetrate, which also serves a cleaning function. For thorough penetration, it is best for the owner to turn the steering wheel sharply left and right, then gently turn it left and right. 3. Once again, remove the fluid from the power steering fluid reservoir, then inject new fluid, and turn the steering wheel again. 4. For the third time, remove the power steering fluid. The purpose of this repeated operation is to ensure that the old fluid is completely removed. Then inject new fluid. 5. Start the car, and you will hear a slight "whooshing" sound. Don't worry, this is the fluid circulating, and it will gradually become silent.