What are the symptoms of a faulty power steering pump in a car?

[ClaraDella]

Symptoms of a faulty power steering pump in a car are as follows: Insufficient oil pumping: When the power steering pump is damaged, its performance deteriorates, resulting in insufficient oil pumping. This can cause the piston in the power steering cylinder to move less or not at all, making the steering wheel harder to turn. Depending on the extent of the damage, it may also lead to leakage of power steering fluid. Both issues must be addressed. Additionally, heavy steering can also be related to a loose belt. Power steering failure: If the steering gear is damaged, it may cause difficulty in turning the steering wheel, power steering failure (i.e., no power assist, making steering extremely heavy), or the steering gear may lock up, preventing steering (the wheel becomes immovable and locked). Indirectly, it can also lead to abnormal tire wear.