Steering

Fishytroll66 · 6th February 2017, 09:12

Hi all,
this being my first ZT (ZT-T Cdti), I am not sure if the power steering pump is goosed or not. If I am trying to park, there is no way I can use one hand to turn the steering wheel when moving slowly - is this normal on the ZT's? The PAS pump has a sort of clicking noise too? Tyres are 225, 45, 18 and are at 31 psi.
Fluid level is fine and a nice pinky colour. Your advice would be appreciated as usual.

Dragrad · 8th February 2017, 01:58

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Kennyeth · 9th February 2017, 13:12

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Originally Posted by Fishytroll66

Hi all,
this being my first ZT (ZT-T Cdti), I am not sure if the power steering pump is goosed or not. If I am trying to park, there is no way I can use one hand to turn the steering wheel when moving slowly - is this normal on the ZT's? The PAS pump has a sort of clicking noise too? Tyres are 225, 45, 18 and are at 31 psi.
Fluid level is fine and a nice pinky colour. Your advice would be appreciated as usual.

Can anyone help this Guy with a steering problem?
Ken.

Avulon · 9th February 2017, 19:44

Sounds like a power steering problem, but you'll have to diagnose it. first thing check the PAS fluid level. If that's ok then you'll need to determine if it's the drive belt slipping, pump, pressure regulator, or steering rack causing the problem. If I was a gambling man I'd bet on the belt followed by the regulator : but it could be any or several at at fault. How heavy is the steering when moving? (A subjective judgement I know).

6th February 2017, 09:12	#1
Fishytroll66 Avid contributor MG ZT -T Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Rhuddlan Posts: 115 Thanks: 31 Thanked 13 Times in 13 Posts	Steering Hi all, this being my first ZT (ZT-T Cdti), I am not sure if the power steering pump is goosed or not. If I am trying to park, there is no way I can use one hand to turn the steering wheel when moving slowly - is this normal on the ZT's? The PAS pump has a sort of clicking noise too? Tyres are 225, 45, 18 and are at 31 psi. Fluid level is fine and a nice pinky colour. Your advice would be appreciated as usual. __________________ Paul (AKA Fishytroll)

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9th February 2017, 19:44	#4
Avulon This is my second home 1.8t Tourer Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Tanelorn Posts: 4,830 Thanks: 956 Thanked 1,148 Times in 916 Posts	Sounds like a power steering problem, but you'll have to diagnose it. first thing check the PAS fluid level. If that's ok then you'll need to determine if it's the drive belt slipping, pump, pressure regulator, or steering rack causing the problem. If I was a gambling man I'd bet on the belt followed by the regulator : but it could be any or several at at fault. How heavy is the steering when moving? (A subjective judgement I know). __________________ Need a T4 ?: T4 Owners Map thanks to Stevestrat ( use at your own risk) Where?: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tanelorn Mods/Retrofits: PCV vortex 'filter'; bluetooth; inline thermostat; reversing sensors; plenum spyhole ; headlamp washers ; Diy mp3 player replacing CD multichanger; FBH with remote; Headlamp washers; black/chrome front grille, rear blind; Xenon projectors To do: puddle lights; 2 Din cd/nav to fit; boot release button