2006-08-13 14:26:28 · 11 answers · asked by siznaggle_tooth 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
The unit itself could be going bad.
2006-08-13 14:30:53 · answer #1 · answered by iggwad ™ 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Does the fluid seem odd at all? Is it still red (or clear/yellow if you have that type)? Does it smell burnt? Does it have air bubbles in it? If you have any abnormalities in the fluid, it is worth getting the pump checked out. Fluid is not the only cause for whining, nor is the pump itself. If there is a valving problem on the rack or box, it can cause problems back up the line (no pun intended). I'd recommedn that you have the dealer or another certified shop check it out. I suspect that you'll find out there really is something wrong. It may be as simple as dirt clogging a valve, which can be cleared up with a power steering flush sometimes. However, there could be something worn or broken that requires replacement. Good luck.
2006-08-13 14:33:22 · answer #2 · answered by ; - } 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
sounds like it's on its way out. If you have checked everything, why replace it until it goes out? Mine whined for a long time without going out. All I did was keep up with the fluid levels.
2006-08-13 14:32:23 · answer #3 · answered by Nymph 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
are you checking the level with the engine running?If not check it again while it is running.If it is low then you have a leak if there are bubbles in the fluid then you have a leak.
Check the pully for play.
2006-08-13 17:01:12 · answer #4 · answered by butchdalton 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
MY GUESS IS THAT THE VEHICLE IS A FORD AND THAT IT IS PROBOBLY AND EARLY 90S OR LATE 80S AND THE ONLY WAY TO FIX THE PROBLEM IS TO CHANGE THE POWERSTEERING PUMP IF IM WRONG WITH THE VEHICLE THEN YOU WILL HAVE TO CLUE US IN A LITTLE MORE
2006-08-13 14:32:29 · answer #5 · answered by handyman 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
THE POWER STEERING UNIT ITSELF MIGHT BE GOING BAD
2006-08-13 14:31:27 · answer #6 · answered by deby k 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
try LUCAS oil treatment for power steering units. you might be amazed
2006-08-13 14:30:59 · answer #7 · answered by mr handy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It sounds to me your P.S. pump is just all wore out.
Unless you have had this worked on than it could be air locked..
2006-08-13 14:33:35 · answer #8 · answered by Vulcan 1 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
sounds like the bearings in the pump are shot.
2006-08-13 15:07:32 · answer #9 · answered by tertl75 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have you tried checking the hose???
2006-08-13 14:31:00 · answer #10 · answered by sansjazz 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋