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Gotta Fix It · 11-12-2011, 03:39 PM

Hi! This is my first attempt to use the forum and I am not sure how to go about it.

Gotta Fix It · 11-12-2011, 03:41 PM

I am having trouble with my power steering on my 2004 Sienna. Does anyone know if it is an adjustment or a replacement is needed?

Gotta Fix It · 11-12-2011, 03:43 PM

When the car is cold the power steering is stiff and squeals. It seems to get better when it warms up.

Gotta Fix It · 11-12-2011, 03:45 PM

I believe that if I buy a new power steering unit and install it, my problems should go away. Has anyone else experienced this around 110,000 miles. Curious ...

shortlid · 11-13-2011, 06:05 PM

Likely the belt that drives it is loose and sliping and not giveing boost till it warms up and grabs. There is a recall that JUST came out for the cranksahft pulley doing this. get the stealership to check it out for free under the recall

Gotta Fix It · 11-13-2011, 08:47 PM

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Originally Posted by shortlid

Likely the belt that drives it is loose and sliping and not giveing boost till it warms up and grabs. There is a recall that JUST came out for the cranksahft pulley doing this. get the stealership to check it out for free under the recall

Gotta Fix It · 11-13-2011, 08:49 PM

Thanks shortlid for the suggestion. I will definitely check into your suggestions!