Steer Right In Elmendorf Afb

Virtually all vehicles come with power steering so many Anchorage auto owners have never driven a car or truck without it. Power steering assists you when you turn your family car steering wheel. Without it, it would be very hard to steer.

Now this power assist comes in a couple of forms. In recent years, a lot of Elmendorf Afb vehicles have an electric motor that reduces steering effort and helps improve fuel efficiency.

The other kind of power steering is hydraulic. This is the kind most older AK vehicles, and a lot of newer ones, have. Power steering fluid is pressurized by a pump and is used to assist steering. Of course, Elmendorf Afb auto owners need the right amount of fluid in the system. If it’s too low your steering is affected and you could damage your family car pump.

Also, power steering fluid can become corrosive over time and damage the pump, hoses and connectors; leading to leaks and repairs. Power steering service at L and M Motors Inc in Anchorage includes removing the contaminated fluid and replacing it with fresh fluid.

A word about power steering pumps: Some are powered by an electric motor. Others are driven by the serpentine belt. A worn serpentine belt stresses all of the family car components it drives, including the power steering pump, so replace the belt at L and M Motors Inc as advised to avoid undue repairs.

Losing your power steering while driving in Anchorage can be unsettling – just remember that you can still steer, it’ll just be harder. Check with your friendly L and M Motors Inc service specialist to see if it’s time to service your family car power steering system.

In addition to power steering service, at L and M Motors Inc we offer comprehensive automotive services including fuel system cleaning, pcv valve service and fuel filter replacement.

Give us a call

L and M Motors Inc
907-563-4994
400 W 53rd Ave
Anchorage, AK 99518