January 22, 201610 yr I'm posting for a friend who recently purchased this car. While driving it recently in a tight parking situation I found the steering incredibly hard. We checked the fluid level and found it low and added some Dexron III ATF. This seemed to help but the steering still seems harder than it should be. I've never driven this model so I'm not sure if this is normal. I know it's a lot harder than my 91 Loyale is but it is a heavier car.
January 22, 201610 yr It may need the power steering pump unit replaced. Not expensive, an easy do-it-yourself project.
February 12, 201610 yr Author I tried changing the steering fluid and cleaning the strainer in the reservoir but found no improvement. I've noticed the steering is easier when the car is cold and that raising the engine RPM makes it easier. Are these symptoms of a worn pump? Any online tutorials on changing a pump that anyone can share?
February 12, 201610 yr are rims and tires on your car 'normal'? that is, no wheel spacers or other modification? maybe you could pretend to shop for a 2nd generation Outback, compare steering feel with a different car before you replace a pump to discover the feeling may be normal.
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