How to fix hard/stiff power steering on ANY CAR !

[@Kirawolf1971]

I had my lower control arms replaced. Ever since , the steering is stiff. I did this described in the video. It helps a lot like your car. Later, I'll do it again to have more new power steering fluid than old fluid.

[@Freshlook188]

Thank you so much, steering was really difficult for sometime on my truck, I’ve watched your video and did exactly what you did and boom good as new. Thanks again!!

[@LuminaryCo]

Really glad that this vid helped you out and that you were able to restore your steering back to new !

[@alphaxray100]

I can’t find the Conditioner

[@LuminaryCo]

Advanced auto should carry it

[@1queenkimmah]

@@LuminaryCoAC’s❤😊❤ ❤ as ❤

[@NaLeoHawaiianIssues]

Worked like a charm. Thank you! I only hope changing the suspension rods on my washing machine goes as smoothly . . . but I doubt it.

[@LuminaryCo]

Really glad I could help you out, now go tackle that washing machine haha.

[@lowlowsandclothes9923]

Try using wd 40 on the steering u joint, the grease drys out and gets hard on older cars and it makes the steering super stiff, some wd 40 on the joints or even taking them apart cleaning and re greasing them helps a ton

[@themechanic4222]

This is Not Russian cars

[@brucekellett2269]

WD40 dries out. Use a lubricating spray likr crc 556

[@gavinmartinson2702]

It could be power steering pump and or a stiff u joint that needs to be replaced

[@Glenn7719]

Ive noticed how heavy mine is on my old 35 year old Mazda, compared to my civic, its bad, like you said, its like having no power steering. I doubt that its ever been changed in its life. I was going to crack the pipes off of the steering rack and drain it that way, will probably get most of it out the system, all that will be left is whats in the rack. Either way, its gonna be getting changed.

[@TheManofsorrows]

You forgot a bad power steering pump causes hard steering

[@jakehanner]

even if you added fluid? and it’s still hard to turn

[@MarianaGarcia-uk8du]

Thanks for the tip!! I will go to Wal-Mart tomorrow & pick up those tool cus I'm not trying to take it into the shop,.. especially if I can fix it my self! 😆 lol thanks!!

[@LuminaryCo]

No problem, glad I could help you out, good luck !

[@jquiles07]

I got a question. So today I was turning and out of the nowhere the steering got so stiff to the point where I could turn back without a lot of force. Any idea what it could be. Power steer fluid is normal.

[@thisisriobanks6334]

I just performed this on my MB E320 old school W211 .. worked perfectly thx 🙏🏾

[@LuminaryCo]

Glad I could help !

[@luisponce1472]

Does the Pump Drain the Power Steering fluid completely or you still have to take hoses off?

[@LuminaryCo]

@@luisponce1472 hoses off or siphon and do this a recommended 3-4 times to get all old fluid out and new fluid mixed in.

[@c-skrap5926]

Did you turn the steering back and fourth with the cap off the power steering?

[@tukidinangkamura2354]

👎🏼👎🏼

[@NJ-nb9bm]

I have a trouble of my steering wheel is stiff while I'm driving and turning on the road. I got in to a parking lot and the steering wheel is not turning at all. It's not lock but it's stiff. I don't know what to do but I would like to try this...

[@LuminaryCo]

Had the same problem with mine, and did this, then drove around and let the fluid mix in the power steering system for a few days and it went back to normal. If this doesn’t solve, check for kinked power steering lines, suspension components, or power steering pump.

[@NJ-nb9bm]

@@LuminaryCo I'll try. Thanks!

[@josuebarraza9849]

How is the steering now? Did you flush it again or replace any parts? I'm having the same issue

[@LuminaryCo]

Steering feels great now after flushing this out one more time after the video. You have to let the fluid mix around for a few days of driving or so to feel the biggest difference.

[@josuebarraza9849]

@@LuminaryCo thanks man👍

[@mehtabghani8273]

I’m

[@MatthewLetendre]

What if you have an electric power steering my 2019 camry has a slight stiffness when turning

[@LuminaryCo]

Steering system could be out of calibration. Should get it recalibrated and go from there.

[@IMasterP_10]

The plate on the windshield looks like you live in CT and if so I'm having that problem with my steering and if you are from CT you cool we can meet so you can see what's good with my steering?

[@LuminaryCo]

@@IMasterP_10 hey man I'm actually in Illinois. But the plates do look so similar haha. Care to tell me more about what's wrong with your steering ?

[@IMasterP_10]

@@LuminaryCo i had my Honda 09 crv worked on because the whole muffler what bad and i mentioned to replace the power steering fluid but my girl said it feels stiffer than before, so i called the person who did the work and said maybe there isnt enough fluid in the power steering and told me to check and add more if its low. Does that sounds correct or do we need to give it more time to digest in the system?

[@LuminaryCo]

Could be air in the system or shop didn't put enough fluid in.

[@kalyan5337]

GREAT VIDEO MAN .. I APPRECIATE THAT

[@Thingswithwheels1]

I recommend after adding the new fluid turning the wheel back and forth with the wheel unlocked but the car OFF. If the pump was empty before you replaced fluid it can run dry for a moment which can damage it and also it will introduce tons of air bubbles into the steering system. I have more on this in my video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/f3Kzp6V6h7CZiNksi=v7T3F9RLHop7uRqE

[@rosajohnson5212]

Thank you for the additional advice!❤

[@umana93]

Great video ! Very informative and well explained! Gonna do this one on my g soon and get fresh fluid in her ! Why didn’t u use oem fluid?

[@LuminaryCo]

Wanted to make a universal video that all people can try on any car. After I made video, I switched to oem fluid. Same feeling as what I demonstrated with in the video.

[@georgewoodssr711]

I have a 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan I replaced a power steering line and ended up with the power steering not working. Worked fine with the old line on it except it was leaking. what now ?

[@LuminaryCo]

Make sure you flush and bleed the entire system when replacing a line. Also there could be debris somewhere in another line, rust etc. Do a good flush of the system and go from there.

[@CannedCam]

Thanks for the video boss hopefully this’ll clear things up for me I’m in an Infiniti i35 04

[@LuminaryCo]

Says for 03-04 I35 that it uses atf. You should pick up some dexron III and follow the steps in this video. Hope this helps !

[@GuidedWithLight]

Did you add the entire bottle of the Lucas stuff? Also what is one fluid? I have a crappy Hyundai lol

[@LuminaryCo]

Yes entire bottle is fine to be added in increments. Just make sure you drive around and do necessary turning to mix the fluid throughout your power steering system. What model Hyundai haha ?

[@LetsFactoryReset]

It will be very helpful , u please leave the links to the products used in the video!!!

[@sanghyohan5411]

How many bottles did you use? 2?

[@LuminaryCo]

I used 1 and then chased it with 2 regular p/s fluid after each flush I did.

[@umana93]

@@LuminaryCo wym? Didn’t see that in the video. Did u only show u adding conditioner ?

[@LuminaryCo]

@@umana93 yes, I gave that a chance to mix around for a few days driving the car then siphoned out more and added p/s fluid for a total of 3 times.

[@jordicortez9999]

Which ps fluid did u use bro ? It was the same routine just this time instead of Lucas you poured ps fluid ?

[@LuminaryCo]

I did ATF along with the Lucas conditioner for the car in this video. Make a quick google search for your model and should tell you what PS fluid your car specifically needs if applicable.

[@SportsMusicCars]

i have a power steering flush video using a similar pump on our 2012 G37

[@noelperez4259]

Where you got the headlight from

[@LuminaryCo]

Got the headlights off of redline360, they’re the spec D headlights

[@dipeshshahus]

thanks in advance.

[@irrffann]

I am pretty new to cars, but this seems pretty straight forward, except that 1/3rd of the fluid measurement. How did you measure 1/3rd fluid to be removed? and should I use the full new bottle - I mean is 1 full bottle = 1/3rd of the fluid removed? Does it work for Ford Explorer 2012 as well - my steering wheel feels really stiff.

[@ms.d2734]

I think he's saying to remove 3/4 of the power steering leaving 1/3 inside to mix with the repair fluid

[@adelhanna6770]

Thanks dude!

[@LuminaryCo]

Glad I could help you out ! 🤝

[@adelhanna6770]

@@LuminaryCo really you did so , saving time and money 🙏

[@enyol]

Where I can get this pump how it’s called ?

[@LuminaryCo]

Called a hand siphon pump. Got mine at Walmart for under the bucks probably.

[@kevinagnew6878]

Nice however you have to be careful about what you are putting in your specific car and u still need to check out the pressure switch 😉👍✌👌

[@lilyscandiuzzi7168]

Can I use this product and process on my 2013 Subaru Outback?

[@LuminaryCo]

Your 2013 outback has the preference of using ATF for there power steering system. So you can follow the instructions in this video using the preferred fluid for your vehicle.

[@jakjak258]

For people who have electric rack you may have to change battery and make sure the battery is running good (check alternator too..)

[@forthefunofit3230]

WRONG!!!!

[@vongsakra253919]

Alternator could function inefficiently due to old timing belt. Replace timing belt and see magic of steering.

[@dulaikamara5674]

Quick question bro does it also work for bmw?

[@LuminaryCo]

Any car that has power steering. Google the type of fluid your car takes and then go from there and siphon and replace.

[@theuntolddiaries1499]

I changed my steering box , but it is very stiff , is it normal?

[@DefensorFortis]

how do you purge any air after putting in fluid?

[@LuminaryCo]

By leaving power steering fluid cap open and moving steering wheel from left to right.

[@myegolove]

How many times did u do a flush and was this flush done all in one day

[@LuminaryCo]

I did the flush a total of three times. Flush should be done once after every day or two of driving so that the new fluid added, has a chance to mix around. Do this up to three times so that the fluid can mix and disperse it self throughout the power steering system.

[@myegolove]

@@LuminaryCo okay will try this and see if it works.. I pray it does 🙏🏽

[@LuminaryCo]

Hope it works out !

[@anthonyescobar6781]

Hahaha love when you started your car your dogs started going crazy my pups are crazy to haha🤣

[@gaedupimosothoboifang9609]

Im driving Mazda primacy it sure steering light cat the power off.. when turning light or overtaking plz help

[@markgambill359]

Ayyyy, when I change my steering fluid, am I gonna get wet like this too?

[@Momof3minions7791]

Would this work for a 2009 Hyundai Genesis?

[@LuminaryCo]

As long as it doesn’t have an electric power steering, method should work with vehicle designated P/S fluid.

[@Alastair_]

One tip I will suggest to people is clean out around the wheels. DIrt and grime builds up and can actually slow your steering. Just get a power washer and give it a hose.

[@powerblaze2u]

I notice when I drive in pool of water steering becomes very free. Could that be related?

[@stephanmoney7493]

I need that stuff to remove the fluid

[@LuminaryCo]

They sell fluid siphons at your local Walmart or auto store !

[@Aidan_DeMarco]

Just to be clear, I leave the old fluid out and put the new fluid in at 1/3 of a time till full?

[@LuminaryCo]

Yes sir, cuz that’s all you can really take out at a time once the fluid mixes while you drive.

[@konusRTV]

@@LuminaryCo you can do dynamic change but would need another person to help you with that

[@Luui2x]

I have a brand newwwww steering pump I gotta try this cuz I put cheap fluid lol

[@LuminaryCo]

Definitely put the required fluid for your car. Quick Google search for your car model and make.

[@KenStewartNZ]

It worked a treat. Cheers 🍻

[@LuminaryCo]

Glad you found my video helpful ! 🤝

[@Gbaimageofficialmusicpage]

What is the exact name for the thing you used to take out the fluid?

[@LuminaryCo]

The fluid extractor I used is from Walmart. It’s called “Hyper Tough Multi-Use Siphon Pump” Hope this helps !

[@trejones5965]

Help, I have a 06 Grand Prix gxp yesterday I heard a noise when I was driving put it in park noise went away then when I try to turn it’s hella hard so I check and i barely had any power steering fluid so I buy more then I added it and it’s still like that and when the car is in park I can’t turn the steering wheel at all

[@orrettegrant]

I had the same problem.l did as was instructed and it worked wonderfully. I did not have any pump so I pull the cover off the reservoir and rev the engine, the oil came out, and then I throw new oil into the reservoir and cover it and it worked. Under the hood was messy though which I cleaned.

[@zetaswhyos1344]

Works with Honda crv 2006?

[@LuminaryCo]

Yess 👍🏻

[@ggwp.indians]

Will this work for non power steering wheel👀

[@LuminaryCo]

Do you mean electric steering ? Obviously not lol..

[@peacemaker0071]

What about Acura tax electric steering?

[@tomaszkolodziej500]

It could be at least 6 other things that cause steering to be heavy mate

[@LuminaryCo]

Well this is one common reason that a lot of people are able to diagnose there self.

[@mr.fordman7808]

Wait, so after you take out 1/3 of the old powered steering fluid, do you just put the new power steering fluid that you put in, give the steering wheel a couple turns and that it and then never change it after a while!?

[@LuminaryCo]

You will do the same procedure 3-4 times to get all of the old fluid out. It needs to mix in the system driving around and taking turns, then siphoned out again and replaced with new fluid.

[@Vikingdescendent]

Great looking car!

[@LuminaryCo]

🤝💯

[@lanellelee4626]

So ii have a 96 infiniti i30... and what kind of power steering fluid shud ii use... Becuz on the cap it just says fill to line and has Chinese words on it as well lol plz help me ....

[@milanzdunic1940]

It's easy to get that fix but electric is wery different.

[@Cafeconconcha2004]

Can u sell this g35?

[@LuminaryCo]

nfs

[@doodasellers354]

does your have to be cold for this to work ?

[@LuminaryCo]

Car can be cold or hot when extracting old fluid. To mix around, drive car for a few days then take out some more and replace with more new fluid and so on.

[@williamguzman4068]

murano 05 new pump and rack and still HARD VERY HARD

[@LuminaryCo]

@@williamguzman4068 How does the belt look ? A worn belt can cause this since it correlates with the steering pump. Also check for any bent suspension components, since that can also make the steering hard to turn.

[@williamguzman4068]

@@LuminaryCo i need to check this

[@DracoMalfoy.12]

thanks handsome

[@omare7475]

This is confusing! You said take a 3rd out and then you said taking "everything out" 3:44

[@LuminaryCo]

You have to mix the new fluid in with the old by driving and taking turns… then take out more to fully replace your whole systems fluid. It’s really not that confusing.. can’t take out all fluid in system at once. Have to keep mixing and taking fluid out until you feel there’s more new fluid than old.

[@Mohammed-o1g3x]

🎉🎉🎉

[@alejandraquinatoa7107]

you just saved me 90$ thanks! lol

[@LuminaryCo]

Glad I could help ! 🤝

[@FelixDaCat1969]

Bro this car doesn’t use power steering fluid it uses ATF for the steering fluid 😅

[@FelixDaCat1969]

It says right on the resivoir cap

[@LuminaryCo]

Anything along the line of PS fluid will work fine, I know that dexron III ATF is preferred. Made the video universal, for all car types. Dexron III was used for flush off camera.

[@debuz2406]

@@LuminaryCo You should have stated that in the video.

[@haroldhorton2603]

I thought I heard a slight barking in the system. 😮

[@TheManofsorrows]

Dude it’s not the fluid, power steering pump motor bad

[@LuminaryCo]

Can definitely be

[@Kio.O]

Lol nahh my pumps out for sure. Your powered steering was fine the first time you rotated the wheel☠️

[@LuminaryCo]

You fr talking like you were in the video feeling my steering 😂😂😭.. Get that pump fixed tho lol.

[@Kio.O]

@@LuminaryCo I mean as far as it being a heavier vehicle. I’m staying in my car right now. Still working and what not. My pump never whined or anything just stopped working while I was driving lol. I didn’t mean anything negative by my comments lol. I was laughing at myself honestly. Trying to justify maybe air in the lines or old fluid. But my stuffs practically locked up. I wish I could comment a video but it’s rough. You seriously cannot move the wheel with one hand on my Camry. But it’s a Camry☠️what more should I expect. It’s like driving a super old truck with no powered steering. Sorry if I came off the wrong way. Much love 🙏 thanks for the vid and response.

[@LuminaryCo]

All good bro, my fault as well. Didn’t know what way you were coming off. But mine was pretty bad as well before I did the steps in the video. It would take a lot of force to steer as if I had 10-20% power steering left lol. But geez, those Camrys last forever engine wise. Hit the yard, look for a pump and make more money with it 🤑..

[@phil562]

I can't believe I'm reading a friendly exchange in YT comments. Both of you are good people.

[@themechanic4222]

😂 not always fluid . Could be air entering the system or bad pump

[@LuminaryCo]

One thing to rule out ain’t it ? 😂😂

[@bigprofitbag3434]

Yours looks like it takes ATF . And you put regular PS fluid in it . Dude check what kind of fluid your car takes .

[@LuminaryCo]

Video was made universal for most car makes and models .. ATF has been in the car since the making of this video. Thanks for your concern 🤣😂..

[@kerronwilliams2523]

even doh you change the fuel you will still have fuel in the power steering rack

[@jeffbarron5500]

don't be such a simpleton, take it to a shop, they know a guy lol

[@KennethBolen]

Thanks, I appreciate your recommendation

[@billm83army]

ok, what's a "G" and what's up with that haircut?? Men do not have buns, fyi