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Model specific boards => Golf mk2 => Topic started by: paul69 on 20 December 2010, 17:47

Title: Power steering problem
Post by: paul69 on 20 December 2010, 17:47

Recently the power steering in my 8v  doesn't kick until I have been driving for a little while. I can't be sure, but I can only remember this happening since the weather has got colder. Is this normal? Only I don't remember this happening with my previous 8v. I will change the fluid as soon as I get a chance, would this make a difference?

P.S. I think it is an aftermarket power steering if this makes any difference.

Title: Re: Power steering problem
Post by: rubjonny on 21 December 2010, 09:21

could be the belt, have you tried tightening it up? what makes you think its aftermarket?

Title: Re: Power steering problem
Post by: paul69 on 21 December 2010, 10:06

Quote from: rubjonny on 21 December 2010, 09:21

could be the belt, have you tried tightening it up? what makes you think its aftermarket?

I think I was told when I bought it but not sure. I will check that when I get a chance. If the belt was a bit loose, would that improve when warmed up?