What Causes the Steering Wheel to Become Heavier in a Car?

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The reasons for a car's steering wheel becoming heavier are: 1. Insufficient power steering fluid; 2. The power steering fluid is contaminated with unclean mixed gases or impurities; 3. Poor electrical contact within the power steering system. Solutions for a heavier steering wheel include: 1. Replace the power steering fluid; 2. Check if there is an issue with the power steering system and take the car to a repair shop for professional maintenance; 3. Check if the front tire pressure is sufficient, and if not, add air promptly. The steering wheel is the wheel-shaped device used to control the direction of cars, ships, and airplanes, typically connected to the steering shaft via splines. Its function is to convert the force applied by the driver to the edge of the steering wheel into torque, which is then transmitted to the steering shaft. Using a larger diameter steering wheel reduces the amount of hand force the driver needs to apply when turning.