What Causes the Loss of Power Steering After a Car Goes Through Water?
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After driving through water, the steering wheel becomes heavier. The reasons are as follows: 1. Drive belt gets wet: When a car goes through water, its components may inevitably get wet. In this case, the hydraulic power steering pump's drive belt may slip due to contact with water, reducing steering assistance and making the steering wheel heavier. 2. Water entering the electric power steering components after driving through water may cause circuit malfunctions. 3. Water entering the steering gear during water driving may lead to internal mechanical failure. 4. Moisture in the steering gear wiring harness connector may cause temporary short circuits. 5. Water entering the suspension bushings increases steering resistance. 6. Water mixing with the power steering fluid reduces its functionality, increasing steering resistance.