The power-steering pump pressurizes the hydraulic fluid that helps the driver turn the steering wheel. Signs of steering-pump failure include leaks, noises or decreased assistance while steering.

The motor from the build is an electric power steering pump from a junkyard car. This gets mounted on a one-off rear bike rack and drives the rear tire with help from some gears from a pocket bike ...

In cars with hydraulic versions of this system, a power steering pump pressurizes the hydraulic fluid and sends it to the rack and pinion steering gear. That hydraulic pressure helps actuate the ...