Power Steering Gear and Pump Leaks

Power Steering Gear and Pump Leaks
- Inspect the steering gear, the reservoir, and the pump for the following conditions:
- An overfilled reservoir
- Fluid aeration
- Fluid overflow
- Loose fitting pipe/hose connections

- Perform the following procedure when the vehicle requires service:
- Clean the leakage area upon disassembly.
- Replace the leaking seal.
- Inspect the component sealing surfaces for damage.
- Reset the bolt torque to specifications where required. Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications.

- The following conditions may indicate a leak in the power steering system:
- There is fluid leakage on the garage floor.
- There are fluid leaks visible on the steering gear or the pump.
- There is a growling noise coming from the steering gear or the pump. The noise is especially noticeable when parking the vehicle or when the engine is cold.
- There is a loss of power steering when parking the vehicle.
- There is a heavy steering effort.

- Inspect for an external leak in the power steering system when you are troubleshooting these types of problems. Refer to External Leakage Check