Power Steering

[Jakeman17]

I was testing my heat after bleedin gmy cooling system and I heard a whine it was comming from the Power Steering pump so I went to add fluid and this is what mine looks like.

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from water?

[Automan2164]

Drain it and refill buddy. Its got water in it, possibly.... Most likely it was low, and the aeration of the pump filled it with air... I would try a drain and fill, and go from there.

 

Rob L. :cheers:

[Jakeman17]

I HATE THE PO :D

[Jakeman17]

So I stuck my finger into the fluid and it was only foamy so i am doing this bellding procedure:

Fill pump reservoir, then start engine and allow to reach normal operating temperature.

Turn wheels to full left lock, stop engine, then add fluid to COLD mark on dipstick.

Restart engine, then bleed system by turning wheels side to side until all air bubbles are eliminated. Do not allow wheels to hit stops.

Return wheels to straight ahead position, allow engine to idle for approximately three minutes, then stop engine.

Check fluid level. Fluid level should be at HOT mark on dipstick. If level is not at HOT, fill reservoir as necessary.

 

 

But I also do see my pump leaking so i guess that will be getting replaced shortly

[Automan2164]

I also noticed the PS pump pulley looked a tad bent last night...

 

Rob L.

[Jakeman17]

hmmm well Ill look

Fluid is clear now that i bled it

[Automan2164]

Good. You won't see it wobble while its running, but I could see it walk back and fourth when you were cranking.

 

Rob L.

[Jakeman17]

I guess something to look at upon the finishing steps and Re tights the u bolts

[dasbulliwagen]

Also add a bottle of Lucas Power steering stop leak. It is really good stuff and will also help with noise. I have it in my truck and use it at work as well.

[Jakeman17]

I have some with stop leak it leaks alot less i don't have any noise