What Causes the Heavy Steering Wheel in Santana with Electronic Power Steering?
1 Answers
Santana's electronic power steering wheel feels heavy due to insufficient lubrication in the steering gear, low tire pressure, weak battery, power booster malfunction, and insufficient tire pressure. Below is an introduction to issues related to steering wheel friction noise: 1. Lack of lubrication in the shock absorber's plane bearing: Listen near the hood to determine if the noise originates from the shock absorber's top mount. If the noise comes from the plane bearing, applying some grease may help. If the noise persists, replacement is necessary. 2. Loose stabilizer bar bushings: Check if the stabilizer bar bushings are loose or damaged. Loose or damaged bushings not only cause noise when turning the steering wheel but also produce sounds when driving on uneven roads. Loose bushings can be fixed by adding shims, while damaged ones must be replaced.