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2005 Subaru Legacy Steering column problem

brsboarder
in 1990 to Present Legacy, Impreza, Outback, Forester, Baja, WRX&WrxSTI, SVX

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Hi all,

I have a 2005 subaru legacy with a steering problem, I'm hoping someone can help me diagnose. 

 

Every time(particularly worse when just starting the car) when I turn the steering wheel either direction I get a high pitched squeel. In addition, over the last couple weeks I am getting resistance and what feel like a belt slipping when I do this. I took it to a mechanic who said it was my "steering column" and wasn't worth repairing, however I parallel park a lot, and it seems to be getting worse. Anyone know what this might be?

Loose belt or bad belt? Worn CV's? Power steering pump maybe low on fluid, or just a bad power steering pump.

Edited by TKFlight

Install a new belt. Get it tight enough. Top off steering fluid. Problem solved. 

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