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700/900 Series General Forum for the Volvo 740, 760, 780, 940, 960 & S/V90 cars |
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I'm thinking about getting a 740, but the one I've found has very stiff power steering.
What is likely to cause this and how easy is it to fix?? Thanks. |
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Last Online: Apr 10th, 2014 00:01
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Front suspension needs top bushes replacing as they are causing too much drag on the system and the power steering cannot cope. OR power steering system needs an overhaul, probably new rack and/or pump or even just an oil change. That should cover this fairly simple system for you. Did you check the oil level/condition in the reservoir?
All the best, Peter. |
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Last Online: Feb 24th, 2019 17:59
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Silly point, is there a fanbelt to the power steering !!! Other points include flattish front tyres, sticky bottom ball joint and steering out of alignment. Off the top of my head a new steering pump is about £200 and a steering rack replacement £150. (I will be corrected on this) Cheers Nigel
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hi just had this job done as i bought a 740 which was heavy on the steering i replaced the power steering pump,but this wasnt the cause so i had a steering rack replaced.it cost £70 to buy the rack & have it fitted,if you want to buy the pump let me know.If you live in lancashire let me know ill give you the address of the yaed that fitted the steering rack.
dave |
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