Why does the steering wheel become hard to turn when the car is driving through water?

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DeJune
07/30/25 8:52am
Steering wheel temporarily becoming hard to turn may be caused by poor contact of the electronic power steering system when it comes into contact with water during wading. Here are the reasons why the steering wheel becomes hard to turn when wading: 1. Water ingress into components: When wading, it's inevitable for car components to get wet. This may cause the hydraulic power steering pump's drive belt to slip when contacting water, resulting in reduced power steering assistance and heavier steering. 2. Electrical circuit failure: Water entering the electric power steering components after wading may cause circuit malfunctions. 3. Water ingress into suspension bushings: Water entering the suspension bushings increases steering resistance. 4. Internal mechanical failure: Water entering the steering gear during wading may cause internal mechanical failures.
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