Would a whiney P/S pump quiet down with some motor oil? Or do you think it would freeze up?
2006-11-30 07:26:12 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
If i was to drian and refill it, what would be the best way? 1989 thunderbird
2006-11-30 07:40:47 · update #1
Use motor oil in an EMERGENCY only!
If the pump is whining, particularly a Ford product, the best option is to replace the old P/S oil. If it still whines, there is a good chance that the pump has about had it.
Perhaps a conditioner MAY help, but probably going to need to replace the pump.
Good Luck and Merry Christmas
2006-11-30 07:33:15 · answer #1 · answered by Ironhand 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Probly whinning due to the fluid being low. If left low for too long it might blow the pump. If it leaks bad all the time a thicker oil will slow it some but is not recomended because there are other parts or the steering that use the fluid other than the pump. It should be replaced unless the car is a total junkler and you are just nurseing it trough for a short time.
2006-11-30 15:31:50 · answer #2 · answered by tkrwlly 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It'll quiet down for a while, until the pump or power steering rack is shot. I did that for nearly a year on my Dodge Caravan. Tranny fluid works good too.
2006-11-30 15:30:43 · answer #3 · answered by demozast 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If it's noisy, there's a problem. Dont try to cover it up with oil. Get it checked out. It probably needs replaced.
2006-11-30 15:35:56 · answer #4 · answered by A 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tard! You need power steering fluid. Brake or transmission fluid (all hydraulic) would work in a pinch however you really need the proper fluid. Oil will destroy your power steering system.
2006-11-30 15:29:57 · answer #5 · answered by Mike Hunt 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if its noisy then theres something wrong, its either worn out or has air in the system
motor oil is not going to magically fix it
2006-11-30 15:31:36 · answer #6 · answered by mr wabbit 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋