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Our 1995 Mazda miata has a rapid rhythmic pulsing in the power steering hydraulics when parallel parking, or other similar tight low speed turn. The dealership contacted Mazda tech service and determined that the rack and pinion unit with hydraulic pump was faulty. They replaced the original unit. The new unit had the same problem, so they replaced it. The problem persists, yet Mazda has stated that it should not be a safety hazard, though it is not performing correctly. I was told that a few other vehicles at this dealership were experiencing the same problem. The dealership and Mazda have given up. I can not believe that the hydraulic system is designed for the frequent epicodes of pulsing. I am concerned that this is a safety issue that could ultimately result in loss of steering control.
- Portland, OR, USA
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- Portland, OR, USA