Power Steering Repair in McHenry, IL

Has your steering wheel started to make a strange, whining sound as soon as you turn it on?

Is your power steering slower than it used to be? Do you believe the wheel feels stiffer than normal? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then it's crucial that you contact B & B Auto Center Inc today. 

Check Power Steering Fluid 

If there's a problem with your power steering, odds are it's something to do with your car's power steering fluid. We recommend to our customers to look at the fluid in their power steering pump. For instance, fresh fluid is red in color and has a different, unique odor (a bit like burnt oil). If your power steering fluid has turned grey, then this is a very clear indication that oxidation has happened which suggests that the fluid won't be functioning as well as it should be.

Similarly, if you notice foaming or bubbles in the fluid, then this is not a good sign either. Generally, it means that water or air has seeped in and is reducing its efficacy.

Another frequent reason why our client suffer from their power steering is that the fluid levels in the power steering pump

It's vital that you inspect your power steering fluid regularly, at least once every month. If you've discovered your steering wheel becoming stiffer it may be because of a leak in your power steering pump or someplace else in the system. 

The best method to determine if a leak has occurred is to park your vehicle, leave it for an hour or 2 and upon driving it again look for floral or red splashes or a unique odor. This is a telltale indication that a leak exists and you'll have to call a professional to have that repaired. If your power steering fluid level is too low, then this may also cause harm while leading to some stiffer driving experience -- a problem that many elderly drivers who drove for decades without power steering could attest to only also!

The B & B Auto Center Inc Power Steering Maintenance Program 

Damaged power steering may greatly affect your vehicle's efficiency and can also result in lowered safety for you and your passengers. The best way to avoid any significant power steering problems is to keep it maintained regularly. To do so raises your car's efficiency and security but will also reduce the likelihood of needing to replace the steering wheel completely later down the line.

Normal maintenance also ensures that its own resale value remains high



It is for that reason that we, at B & B Auto Center Inc, are proud to offer all our clients both regular scheduled and on-call maintenance alternatives to make sure their power steering is not damaged or broken in any way.

If you have any issue with the steering in your car or truck, feel free to come to our location or give us a call to set up an inspection and quote.