What Causes the Steering Wheel of Wuling Hongguang to Become Heavier?

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SiennaAnn
09/08/25 2:08am
Wuling Hongguang steering wheel becomes heavier due to lack of lubrication in the steering gear, low tire pressure, battery depletion, and unmaintained return oil filter in the oil reservoir. Below are detailed explanations: Lack of lubrication in the steering gear: When the car's steering gear lacks lubrication, symptoms such as steering jamming and a heavier steering wheel may occur. Low tire pressure: When the car's tire pressure is too low, the contact area between the tire and the ground increases, leading to greater resistance during driving, which makes the steering wheel feel heavier. Battery depletion: After prolonged battery depletion, the steering wheel loses the assistance from the electric motor. Unmaintained return oil filter in the oil reservoir: Long-term lack of maintenance or untimely replacement of the return oil filter in the oil reservoir can easily cause blockages, resulting in poor circulation of power steering fluid and a heavier steering wheel. The issue of a heavy steering wheel can be resolved by replacing the power steering fluid, checking the power steering system, and ensuring sufficient front tire pressure. Replace the power steering fluid: To ensure the car operates normally. Check the power steering system: Most components in a car rely on electricity to function. Ensure sufficient front tire pressure: If the pressure is insufficient, it should be promptly replenished to ensure the car operates normally. The Mazda 6's heavy steering wheel can also be resolved by replacing the power steering fluid, checking the power steering system, and ensuring sufficient front tire pressure. Replace the power steering fluid: Prolonged use of power steering fluid may lead to contamination. In such cases, the fluid should be replaced as soon as possible to ensure the car operates normally. Check the power steering system: Since most car components rely on electricity to function, if the steering wheel becomes difficult to use, the power steering system should be checked for issues, and the car should be taken to a repair shop for professional maintenance. Ensure sufficient front tire pressure: If the steering wheel becomes heavier during turns, check if the front tire pressure is adequate. If the pressure is insufficient, it should be promptly replenished to ensure the car operates normally.
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TeaganMarie
09/19/25 7:49am
The other day while driving my Wuling Hongguang, the steering wheel suddenly became very heavy, which gave me quite a scare. At first, I thought it might just be low tire pressure, since insufficient tire pressure can directly affect steering lightness. I checked and sure enough, the front tire pressure was only 1.8 bar, so I quickly inflated them back to the standard 2.2 bar. However, the problem wasn't resolved, and I suspected an issue with the power steering system. If the power steering fluid is low or leaking, it can make the steering pump work harder; or if the oil passages are clogged, which is a common issue in older Wuling Hongguang models. Even worse, if the steering tie rod or ball joint is worn, it can increase mechanical resistance. I had no choice but to drive to the repair shop and have the mechanic check it out. Such problems, if not fixed promptly, can affect handling safety—sudden steering difficulties on the road can lead to serious accidents. I recommend checking tire pressure and fluid levels every time you wash your car to prevent minor issues from turning into major repairs.
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