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456 Power steering question (s)

Discussion in 'Technical Q&A' started by TZ 750, Apr 27, 2011.

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  1. TZ 750

    TZ 750 Formula Junior

    Jul 18, 2009
    912
    #1 TZ 750, Apr 27, 2011
    Last edited: Apr 27, 2011
    I have two (2) 456 cars, and they both have the same symptons:

    When the RPM is at or near idle,
    and the throttle closed,
    when turning the car behaves
    as if the power steering is a little "off."

    This manifests itself as a "jerky" or "knotchy" feeling at the wheel,
    and the power steering acting "sluggish."

    Among other things, I am wondering if I am soon looking
    for power steering pump(s),
    or whether the pump is
    just "underboosted" at low RPM.

    Has anybody else noticed this situation ?

    Anybody had to do repairs ?

    Thanks in advance,

    ((I have also posted this question
    in the 456/550/575 SECTION)


    Scott
     
  2. jokr

    jokr Karting

    Nov 30, 2010
    126
    I had this happen when I had a small leak in the system and the fluid level got too low. You have probably checked the level already, but the behaviour was similar to what you describe.
     
  3. TZ 750

    TZ 750 Formula Junior

    Jul 18, 2009
    912
    Thanks, I will double check.....

    Scott
     

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