What's wrong

Asked by Amber Oct 29, 2019 at 02:57 AM about the 2005 Subaru Outback 2.5 i Wagon

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

My power steering not working well, brake light
came on, and belt is squeeling

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TDolby answered 4 years ago

I'd say the belt is loose due to a failed tensioner or worn pulley, and this belt is riding across the PS pulley not allowing the pump to work properly. You'll need to open the hood to determine what is causing the issue. Remove the serpentine belt first to check all the pulley by hand

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