Two problems related to power steering pump have been reported for the 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
1 and 1/2 years after I bought my "brand new" car, the check engine light went on. I was told that my water pump and gasket needed to be replaced. One week later I experienced a problem with the power steering, I was told the power steering pully, bracket and belt had gone and would need to be replaced. Since then I have had the brake pads and the roters resurfaced more times then I care to remember. On July 26, 1999, I had noticed a problem with my transmission. I immediately brought it to the dealership, they told me that the trans was "operating to manufacture's specs". On November 3, 1999 the dearlership advises me I need a new trans.
While driving at approximately 10 mph about to turn the power steering wheel locked up, had to manually turn wheel. Opened hood/found out belt was hanging out of place.
| Steering Tie Rod Assembly problems | |
| Steering problems | |
| Power Steering Pump problems | |
| Steering Rod Relay Connection problems |