R56 Power Steering Pump?
#1
Power Steering Pump?
I am a little nervous. I went to parallel park in front of my place yesterday and it was VERY hard to steer, like I had to yank the wheel to make it go. This is my first car and it is only 5 months old!! I am nervous because i am in school and can't really afford such a costly repair. I am wondering:
1. Is this covered under warranty?
2. What makes this happen? I don't drive any more ridiculous than a normal Mini driver!
1. Is this covered under warranty?
2. What makes this happen? I don't drive any more ridiculous than a normal Mini driver!
#2
Does your Park Distance Control work properly? You know that beeping sound when you're in reverse?
*Although my post makes sense to me... the reason I asked is because our PDC on our new '08 MCSC wasn't working. Took it to the dealer yesterday and apparently when that isn't working, it's a sign that the fuse was blown... usually caused by the PS fan/pump. Anyway, we had no idea. Good plan for you to go get it checked out if you have any concerns.
*Although my post makes sense to me... the reason I asked is because our PDC on our new '08 MCSC wasn't working. Took it to the dealer yesterday and apparently when that isn't working, it's a sign that the fuse was blown... usually caused by the PS fan/pump. Anyway, we had no idea. Good plan for you to go get it checked out if you have any concerns.
Last edited by miniola; 01-13-2009 at 01:35 PM.
#3
If your car is under warranty, just about anything that goes wrong is covered. The exceptions are if it has been abused or modified, or parts that normally wear out and must be replaced (wiper blades, wiper fluid, brake pads, clutches, etc.) Your power steering is electric, so that could very well be the problem (assuming you have a 2007-2008). I'd make an appointment with the dealer as soon as is convenient (if it continues to have steering problems, it would be a safety hazard...asap in that case.)
#4
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If your car is under warranty, just about anything that goes wrong is covered. The exceptions are if it has been abused or modified, or parts that normally wear out and must be replaced (wiper blades, wiper fluid, brake pads, clutches, etc.) Your power steering is electric, so that could very well be the problem (assuming you have a 2007-2008). I'd make an appointment with the dealer as soon as is convenient (if it continues to have steering problems, it would be a safety hazard...asap in that case.)
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