Menu toggle

Power Steering

944 man

944 man

New member
I would be grateful if anyone could give me advice regarding my power steering as I find myself on unfamiliar ground.


I am only familiar with shonky old torsion bar 911s so I’m unsure how assisted my 996 should be. The first quarter turn is pretty light and easy but after that it gets harder. I’m a pretty big and strong (and fat ??) fellow, but I’m really having to grapple with the wheel on roundabouts and that can’t be right?

No untoward noises or visible leaks.

Simon
 
It definitely doesn't sound right. The 996 power steering isn't as light as modern electric systems, but there is no way you should be struggling on roundabouts. The obvious thing to check is that there is fluid in the reservoir. If so, I would suggest taking it to a specialist.

 
I'd agree, mine's very light, check belt and fluid level first.

The car's putting very little weight on the front wheels, i haven't heard of a pump failing, yet!

 
Also check your front tyre pressures. Due to the lack of weight on the front, they don't always look low on pressure even when well below spec. Is there anything non standard about the front wheel / tyre set-up ? Eg wider tyres, increased wheel offset, wheel spacers or camber / caster changes ?

 
Completely standard with Turbo look 18”s. I believe that it is system related rather than being passive mechanical, because it is easy when low tyre pressures or similar would make it heavy, and heavy when a car without PS would be light.

A delight on a car park, but at a brisker pace it is very similar to the artificial centring that a BX 16v had, intended to add a sporty feel to what was otherwise massively over-assisted steering. It is difficult to overcome the resistance that isn’t present at slower speeds.

I presume that the PS filler is in the boot and not under the bonnet? 😁

 
You must log in or register to reply here.

Posts made and opinions expressed are those of the individual forum members

Use of the Forum is subject to the Terms and Conditions

Disclaimer

The opinions expressed on this site are not necessarily those of the Club, who shall have no liability in respect of them or the accuracy of the content. The Club assumes no responsibility for any effects arising from errors or omissions.

Porsche Club Great Britain gives no warranties, guarantees or assurances and makes no representations or recommendations regarding any goods or services advertised on this site. It is the responsibility of visitors to satisfy themselves that goods and/or services supplied by any advertiser are bona fide and in no instance can the Porsche Club Great Britain be held responsible.

When responding to advertisements please ensure that you satisfy yourself of any applicable call charges on numbers not prefixed by usual "landline" STD Codes. Information can be obtained from the operator or the white pages. Before giving out ANY information regarding cars, or any other items for sale, please satisfy yourself that any potential purchaser is bona fide.

Directors of the Board of Porsche Club GB, Club Office Staff, Register Secretaries and Regional Organisers are often requested by Club members to provide information on matters connected with their cars and other matters referred to in the Club Rules. Such information, advice and assistance provided by such persons is given in good faith and is based on the personal experience and knowledge of the individual concerned.

Neither Porsche Club GB, nor any of the aforementioned, shall be under any liability in respect of any such information, advice or assistance given to members. Members are advised to consult qualified specialists for information, advice and assistance on matters connected with their cars at all times.

Porsche
Lockton
Pirelli
Officially approved
Oracle Finance
WEX Esso
Collecting Cars
Archant Dialogue
Back
Top