Volvo Penta power steering stiff

[jdejongh]

1990 Commodore Regal with Volvo Penta IO 454 GM. Power steering is very stiff. steering fluid resevoir full with no leaks. Engine was recently rebuilt and not sure if it is a self bleeding system or needs to be bled of any air? Power steering pump and belt seems to be OK.

 

[Don S]

Re: Volvo Penta power steering stiff

What outdrive? What's the model number of your engine?

Assuming a DP, disconnect the steering cable from the drives steering arm and see if the drive will swing back and forth easily.

 

[jdejongh]

Re: Volvo Penta power steering stiff

Yes Don it is a DP. Will do as suggested and advise