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Power Steering Service

Expert Power Steering Service from ASE-certified technicians. 6-month / 6,000-mile warranty on every job.

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Power Steering Service in Garden City

Broadway Servicenter offers professional Power Steering Service for all makes and models in Garden City, NY.

Every repair is backed by our 6-month / 6,000-mile warranty. Honest estimates, no runaround.

Power steering service and repair at Broadway Servicenter in Garden City, NY
What's Included

Power Steering Service Services

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Power Steering Fluid Flush

Drain and replacement of power steering fluid on hydraulic systems. Includes inspection for contamination and metal particles that indicate pump or rack wear.

Power Steering Pump Replacement

A whining, groaning, or stiff hydraulic steering system often indicates a failing pump. We replace power steering pumps on all makes and models with OEM-quality parts.

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Steering Rack and Pinion Service

Leaking rack seals, excessive play, or clunking in the steering are signs of rack wear. We inspect and service steering racks on all vehicles and replace when necessary.

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EPS System Diagnosis

Electric power steering faults require scan tool diagnosis to read the EPS module fault codes. We diagnose steering warning lights and identify the failed sensor, motor, or module causing the problem.

Power Steering Service in Garden City - What You Should Know

Most drivers do not notice gradual power steering wear because it happens slowly. The pump and rack deteriorate over thousands of miles, and the steering gets incrementally heavier or noisier in a way that feels normal after a while. But if you have ever driven a car with a fully failed power steering pump - particularly at low speed in a parking lot - you know exactly how much physical effort it takes to turn the wheel without assist. That is the direction things are heading on a neglected hydraulic system.

Power steering fluid is one of the most overlooked maintenance items on hydraulic-equipped vehicles. The fluid does not just lubricate - it also carries heat away from the pump and rack, and it provides the hydraulic pressure that makes steering assist possible. As it degrades, it becomes abrasive. Metal particles from the pump's internal components circulate through the rack and cause wear that would not occur with clean fluid. A fluid flush is cheap. A rack and pinion replacement is not.

On EPS-equipped vehicles, the failure mode is completely different. There is no fluid to maintain, but the torque sensor, motor, and control module are all failure points. An EPS warning light means the system has reduced or disabled steering assist and has logged a fault code. We read those codes with our scan tools and diagnose the specific component at fault before recommending any repair. Call (516) 681-0122 or bring the car to 640 Old Country Road in Garden City, NY.

FAQ
Power Steering Service FAQ
What are the signs of a power steering problem?
For hydraulic systems, common signs are stiff or heavy steering (especially at low speed), a whining or groaning noise when turning the wheel, visible fluid leaks under the front of the car, or a low fluid level in the power steering reservoir. For electric power steering (EPS) systems, you may see a steering warning light on the dash, or notice inconsistent steering assist that varies with speed or road conditions. Any of these symptoms mean it is time to have the steering system inspected.
How often should power steering fluid be changed?
Most manufacturers recommend changing power steering fluid every 50,000 to 75,000 miles, though many do not list it as a scheduled service at all - which is one reason it gets skipped. The fluid breaks down over time, picks up metal particles from the pump and rack, and loses its lubricating properties. Dark, burnt-smelling, or contaminated power steering fluid is a sign it needs to be changed regardless of mileage.
My steering wheel is hard to turn - what is causing it?
On a hydraulic power steering system, hard steering is most commonly caused by low fluid level (from a leak), a failing power steering pump, or a restriction in the steering rack. It can also be caused by a belt that drives the power steering pump slipping or breaking. On an EPS system, hard steering usually points to a fault in the motor, torque sensor, or control module - which typically triggers a warning light. The diagnosis starts with identifying which type of system your vehicle uses.
Does my car have hydraulic or electric power steering?
Generally speaking, vehicles made before 2010 to 2012 tend to use hydraulic power steering - you can check by looking for a power steering fluid reservoir under the hood. Vehicles made after 2012 or so, especially compacts and mid-size sedans, increasingly use electric power steering with no fluid reservoir at all. Many hybrid vehicles use electric power steering as well. If you are unsure, call us at (516) 681-0122 with your year, make, and model and we can tell you quickly.
Can I drive with a power steering leak?
A small, slow leak may leave you functional for a short period, but continuing to drive with a low fluid level accelerates wear on the power steering pump dramatically - a pump running low on fluid is essentially running dry in parts of its operating cycle. More importantly, if the level drops far enough, you can lose power assist entirely, which makes the vehicle significantly harder to control at low speed and during parking. Address a power steering leak promptly.

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