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Old 02-04-2010 | 08:43 AM
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I'm leaking power steering fluid and I don't know what he could be. I have to refill up every couple of days, I'm thinking the pump may be bad or something. Do guys have any ideas.
Old 02-04-2010 | 10:19 AM
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It could be the pump, but more than likely its the hoses going from the pump to the rack.

Have to get the car in the air and check it out and see which it is.
Old 02-04-2010 | 10:31 AM
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Nothing beats getting up under the car and having a look. Judging by your sig, you've got a 99... wouldn't be surprised if a hose has cracked.
Old 02-04-2010 | 11:38 AM
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mine was leaking from the resavoir in fact the o ring seal.It ended up burning up my alternator so be careful.
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Originally Posted by badamn
mine was leaking from the resavoir in fact the o ring seal.It ended up burning up my alternator so be careful.
same **** happened to me too
Old 02-04-2010 | 12:12 PM
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Get someone to start the car and turn the wheel while you're under the hood looking.. Mine had a loose nut that was causing it to leak and drip down on the alternator.. Also check the line and the little plastic nipple part (be careful, it's paper thin)..
Old 02-04-2010 | 07:26 PM
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Originally Posted by Cameano
Nothing beats getting up under the car and having a look. Judging by your sig, you've got a 99... wouldn't be surprised if a hose has cracked.
you should do^^^^
Old 02-05-2010 | 07:37 PM
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I'm taking it to the shop tomorrow to get fixed I'll let them figure it out I don't have tools to deal with that stuff. Thanks for all the info though.




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