Power steering ensures smooth steering with little effort. The car engine has an oil pump that is driven by the crankshaft. When you steer, the hydraulics send oil to a piston connected to the wheels. The oil pressure assists your steering, reducing the effort required.
The sharper the turn, the more pressure is needed. When driving straight ahead, the oil flows outside the steering gear, reducing pressure on the piston. The power steering fluid reservoir must be water and airtight to maintain the correct pressure. If there's a leak in your hydraulic power steering system, you'll immediately notice the power steering failing, making steering very heavy.
Power steering reservoir
A power steering fluid reservoir or expansion tank is inexpensive. If the power steering reservoir leaks or the cap breaks, it's best to buy a new one. At Winparts, you'll find a wide range of power steering expansion tanks. By entering your car licence plate number, you can easily find parts that fit your car.
When replacing the power steering reservoir, you'll need to replace the power steering fluid as well. You can easily order this and many more parts of your steering system from Winparts. We offer fast delivery, and if you have any questions, our expert customer service team is ready to answer them.