when i turn my steering wheel at a stop or doing a slow left or right turn, the rpm drop from like 800 to 500-400 RPM until i stop steering? anyone know how to fix this or what could cause this problem? thx in advance

 

I believe there is a power steering pressure sensor somewhere.........not sure though. Could possibly be the cause.

Maybe your resevoir is clogged with something - and its acting as a resistant.

 

check ur ps pressure switch. common problem on oddys to have the wires break and that will cause idle fluctuations.

 

Keep in mind your motor WILL slow down a bit when turning because you are putting it under load via the power steering pulley/pump. If you turn it all the way and turn hard, it should slow down even more.

I wouldn't worry about it unless it's excessive.

 

hey do u guys know where the power steering pressure switch is located on the 5th gen prelude?

 

nvm found it

 

Could old dirty fluid cause any of these problems ?

 

Hate to bump it but I'm having the exact same problem, only slightly worse maybe. My engine won't just drop down in RPMs it will actually die. If I am dead stopped parked with the engine running and I turn my steering wheel to the left for example, boom engine stalls.

Bump for an answer on if the PS pressure sensor (?) fixed it and/or if the fluid mattered?

I can't find the power steering sensor on my 5th gen exactly... part number anyone?