What are the symptoms of a faulty power steering pump?
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If the power steering pump is damaged, the steering wheel will lose power assistance, making it very heavy and difficult to turn. Types of power steering systems: There are three types of power steering systems in cars: electric power steering (EPS), electro-hydraulic power steering (EHPS), and mechanical hydraulic power steering (MHPS). Characteristics of power steering systems: Electric power steering systems rely on an electric motor to directly provide steering assistance and do not have hydraulic components. Both electro-hydraulic and mechanical hydraulic power steering systems have hydraulic components and include a power steering pump. In mechanical hydraulic systems, the pump is driven by the engine, while in electro-hydraulic systems, the pump is driven by an electric motor.