Steering Effort Hard or Too Easy in One or Both Directions

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2017 Chevrolet Spark. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Condition	Action
The battery power is low.	Confirm proper battery voltage.
The intermediate shaft dash seal is binding.	Adjust the dash seal or replace the intermediate shaft assembly if necessary. Refer to Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement .
The intermediate shaft joints are loose or worn.	Inspect the joints and the pinch bolts for damage and replace the intermediate shaft if necessary. Refer to Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement .
The steering gear is binding.	If necessary, inspect and replace the steering gear. Refer to Steering Gear Replacement .
The upper steering shaft is bent.	If necessary, replace the steering column. Refer to Steering Column Replacement .
The assist mechanism hub gear is misaligned or damaged.	Replace the steering column. Refer to Steering Column Replacement .
The sensor wire is damaged.	Replace the steering column. Refer to Steering Column Replacement .
The controller is malfunctioning.	Confirm the DTC. If necessary, replace the power steering control module. Refer to Electronic Power Steering Motor Control Module Replacement .
The motor shaft is binding.	Confirm the DTC. If necessary, replace the steering column, which includes the motor. Refer to Steering Column Replacement .