 
				
	| 1998 Subaru Forester S 2.5L Steering Gear Customer states that the steering will occasionally be very stiff or hard. I have not been able to duplicate the problem in shop or on road. No visible leaks, hoses look good, fluid is at correct level, and I heard no strange noises. Sticking valve in pump? Su... 
                        
                            FIX posted 5/25/2006
                               
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| VIN | JF1SF6558W | 
| Engine | 2.5 L / 4 cyl / GAS | 
| Trans | 4-speed Automatic (Electronic) | 
| Delivery | FI | 
| Affected | Steering Gear | 
| Conditions | Intermittent 'Heavy' Steering | 
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                1998 Subaru Forester S
| VIN | JF1SF6558W | 
| Engine | 2.5 L / 4 cyl / GAS | 
| Trans | 4-speed Automatic (Electronic) | 
| Delivery | FI | 
| Affected | Steering Gear | 
| Conditions | Intermittent 'Heavy' Steering | 
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