What Causes Heavy Electric Power Steering?
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Electric power steering feels heavy due to: 1. Insufficient tire pressure; 2. Installation of different tire models; 3. Damaged or poorly sealed dust boots; 4. Contaminated, insufficient, or aerated power steering fluid; 5. Uncalibrated torque sensor; 6. Deformed front suspension or abnormal wheel alignment; 7. Sticking steering column. The steering wheel connects to the steering shaft via splines, converting driver-applied force at the wheel rim into torque transmitted to the shaft. To lighten electric power steering: 1. Start the engine, engage gear, wait 3 seconds; 2. Turn wheels fully left/right for 3 seconds, then return to center and shut off engine.