1. Schedule Your Appointment
Whether scheduling online or over the phone be sure and let us know what you're experiencing so we can provide fast and accurate service advice.
2. Diagnostics and Inspections
Drop off your vehicle and the shop will get to work with inspections and diagnostics using the same equipment as the manufacturers to determine issues and next steps.
3. Digital Vehicle Inspection Report and Estimate
Following the diagnosis we will text you a digital vehicle inspection report, containing pictures and videos of our findings and recommendations.
4. Review and Approval
A service advisor will reach out to walk you through the findings and recommendations to determine how you would like to proceed, or you can approve work directly in your DVI.
5. Work Performed or Scheduled
Most work can be completed immediately, or scheduled based on parts and customer availability.
A Different Kind of Auto Shop
At Christian Brothers Automotive Corinth, owner/operators are on-site every day. That means there’s someone accountable for the work we do. Our guiding principle, “Love your neighbor as yourself,” isn’t a tagline. It shapes how we talk to customers. Before any power steering repair begins, our technicians explain what they found and why it matters in plain language you can actually use to make a decision.
Understanding Your Power Steering System
Your power steering system is one of the most safety-relevant systems on your vehicle. When it’s working correctly, you barely notice it. When it starts to fail, the physical effort required to steer increases quickly. North Texas driving, with frequent highway miles on I-35E and intense summer heat, puts added stress on steering fluid and can shorten the interval between services.
How a Hydraulic Power Steering System Works
A hydraulic power steering system uses a belt, typically driven by the engine, to power the power steering pump. That pump pressurizes steering fluid and pushes it to the steering gear, which translates your input at the wheel into smooth, controlled movement. The whole system depends on fluid that’s clean, properly pressurized, and at the right level.
Heat and friction gradually break down the fluid. As it degrades, it loses efficiency and begins carrying microscopic particles that wear the pump from the inside. A power steering fluid flush addresses this before it becomes a pump replacement. That’s a significantly more involved repair.
How Often Should Steering Fluid Be Replaced?
There’s no single universal interval. Manufacturer recommendations vary, and driving conditions matter just as much as mileage. Frequent highway driving and high ambient temperatures, both common in North Texas, can shorten the effective life of steering fluid compared to the same vehicle driven in milder conditions. The most reliable approach is to have a technician inspect the fluid and consult your owner’s manual for your specific vehicle.
If Power Steering Fails While Driving
Complete power steering failure is uncommon when the system is maintained regularly because most problems develop gradually with warning signs along the way. If you do experience a sudden loss of power steering assistance, the steering wheel will require noticeably more force to turn. Reduce speed gradually, move carefully to the side of the road, and call for assistance rather than continuing to drive. Regular inspection and fluid service can help reduce the chances of reaching that point.
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FAQs
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Q. "How do I know if my power steering is starting to fail?"3 common signs are that your wheel is requiring more force to turn, whining noise when turning, or your steering shakes when idle. If you are worried about your power steering failing, contact your local Christian Brothers today to have our experienced technicians take a look.
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Q. "How often do I need to get my power steering fluid replaced?"The average recommendation is between 40,000 and 80,000 miles, but it varies depending on your manufacturer's recommendations.
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Q. "Why do I need to change my power steering fluid?"With time, the power steering fluid in your vehicle loses its potency and can become contaminated. Fluid with foreign materials and dirt floating around in it is less efficient, meaning the pump works harder and is worn down faster. Putting new fluid in is much more cost-effective than buying a new pump.
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Q. "What do I do if my power steering fails while driving?"If your power steering fails while driving, it will require quite a bit of force to turn the wheel. Carefully pull to the side of the roadand call a tow truck to safely get your vehicle to an automotive shop.
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Q. "What is a Digital Vehicle Inspection?"With a complimentary Digital Vehicle Inspection (DVI) on every visit, you’ll see firsthand photos of your vehicle from under the hood. We’ll let you know if everything is functioning properly or if there are any areas of concern. You can even approve or deny our service recommendations, all straight from your smartphone, or you can, of course, give us a call and we’ll explain our findings in further detail.
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Q. "Do you offer a warranty?"As part of our Nice difference.® commitment to providing our customers the best auto service experience possible, we also offer a 3-year/36,000-mile warranty on all the work that we do. We offer this warranty at every Christian Brothers Automotive nationwide, and it will be honored at any location, regardless of which branch did the initial work.
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Hear What Our Customers Had to Say About Us
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"I will not take my car anywhere else!! A shout out to Brandon, Kyle, and Alex for always providing such family friendly service full of kindness honesty, and integrity. You set the example for everyone else in the company to treat each guest as if they wer"
- Elizabeth