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Power Steering Leak

PostPosted: Sat Sep 01, 2018 9:56 am
by Hutchy
Apologies if this is a well worn question, but I have done my searches and not seen an answer to my specific question/issue.

I have 2007 3.0R Spec B sedan and have noticed that the fluid level has gone down and I am seeing some fluid spilt on the block behind the pump. Obviously it is leaking, but I can't see that its coming from any of the hoses.

It will be heading in for a 120k service soon and it's probably something I won't have the time to fix. So before I get a course of action from my mech, what's the most common issues with these pumps that you have experienced?

Many thanks in advance!

Re: Power Steering Leak

PostPosted: Mon Nov 12, 2018 3:06 am
by bigBADbenny
Its an imperative sanity check to make sure the strainer in the PS fluid bottle isn't blocked.
The o ring on top of the pump is usually the first to leak, fluid out or air in.
https://www.google.com.au/search?safe=o ... --Z27gnN0g
Try a site-specific search with relevant keywords, you didn't provide details of the symptoms other than low fluid level.
If what's left is a clear cherry red then top it up. If not, new fluid and bleed (check that strainer too).
Corgiwerks rebuilds pumps and might provide consultation on your issues as well...