I'm having a problem with my power steering system. Every time I shut my engine off power steering fluid spews out from the reservoir(both when it's capped and when it's uncapped). No other leaks found. My PS pump is less than a year old. The only thing I think it might be is the pressure switch, anyone know anything about this?
Satan doesn't sell the pressure switch, you have to buy the whole pump - $400 & no auto part stores carry it. Don't you love DSM's?
Originally posted by thedawg
I ran 15-18psi on my stock a604 for about 30k miles then it broke. It makes cool whining noises now.
#114229, "RE: Power Steering pressure problem?" In response to Reply # 0
Originally posted by ThePerfectShift I'm having a problem with my power steering system. Every time I shut my engine off power steering fluid spews out from the reservoir(both when it's capped and when it's uncapped). No other leaks found. My PS pump is less than a year old. The only thing I think it might be is the pressure switch, anyone know anything about this? Satan doesn't sell the pressure switch, you have to buy the whole pump - $400 & no auto part stores carry it. Don't you love DSM's?
Not sure about your issue, but if you need a pressure sensor switch you could probably get one used. I dont know if its even replaceable.
Id double check your fluid level, but the pressure switch may very well be the culprit.
But, an Advance pump is probably a good bit cheaper, or a used one
#114230, "RE: Power Steering pressure problem?" In response to Reply # 1 Oct-01-08 11:06 AM by DarkOne
The pressure switch is only used for ECU feedback to correct the idle.
If it's spewing fluid, it's probably overfilled, or you need a new PS res cap.
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#114232, "RE: Power Steering pressure problem?" In response to Reply # 3
You don't bleed the PS.
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#114233, "RE: Power Steering pressure problem?" In response to Reply # 4
Originally posted by DarkOne You don't bleed the PS.
What?......Since when? I've done it before per the haynes manual repair procedures. I found a small leak on the return line, fixxed that and it's still whining. I'm wondering if the res/cap flange is not sealing properly.
If you had no cap on your PS resovoir, would fluid overflow when you shut the engine off?
Originally posted by thedawg
I ran 15-18psi on my stock a604 for about 30k miles then it broke. It makes cool whining noises now.
#114235, "RE: Power Steering pressure problem?" In response to Reply # 6 Oct-04-08 08:07 PM by Fallen4ng31
Where is it "spewing" fluid from reservoir cap, below, etc...? And, if you don't fix your sig (I.E. to less than half a page) I'm going to castrate you.
#130606, "RE: Power Steering pressure problem?" In response to Reply # 8
Bring old back...............I'm having the exact same problem. Brand new overhaul and the power steering is the only problem. I drove the car around for 45 min turning left and right to get the air bubbles out of the resievor and same issue. squeaks hardcore and there is barely any power steering in the steering wheel.
#130607, "RE: Power Steering pressure problem?" In response to Reply # 9
Start by checking the belt tension and the free play on the pump and other accessories. If the belt is too tight it can jack up the bearings and prevent the pump from pumping. Too loose and it might just be slipping on the pulley. Check the pulley play too, it should have a little resistance from the fluid but be completely smooth. If it even has the slightest grind then the pump bearings are shot and it'll need replaced.
If you need a pump let me know, I've got an extra one on my parts car
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