Power steering pump rebuild/replace or buy new

2005 MAZDA 3
140 MILES • 2.0L • 4 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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SBARGER
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My power steering light continues to turn on and off randomly. I have no codes for it, just (!) Dash light. The previous owner really went through a lot to hide all the problems this car has. Power steering res was overfilled when I got it, and most was taken out. I only get a hard wheel sometimes when I turn slow and if the light is on, normally if it turns off while driving it feels lose? I have turned it off when it happens and the light doesn't always go off if I restart the car. Same when I disconnect the battery. Should I just look at the pump in general? Any tail tell signs to see if it's the res, pump or just need cleaned out?
Jan 14, 2020 at 12:44 PM
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Hello,

It sounds like the steering angle sensor near the washer reservoir is going out. we can run the codes to confirm the issue. here is a guide to help with wiring diagrams of the system and component locations as well below:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-a-car-fuse

Check out the diagrams (below). Please let us know what you find. We are interested to see what it is.

Jan 15, 2020 at 1:09 PM