The following are possible causes of Hard Steering:
| Loose belts | Faulty power steering pump |
| Steering out of alignment | Air in hydraulic system |
| Components of steering system binding | Low pump output of leaks in system |
| Obstruction in lines | Improper pump application |
| Low tire pressure | Front axle overloaded |
| Oversized tires | Control Valve malfunction |
| Internal leakage in steering gear | Low hydraulic fuild |
| Restriction in pump flow |