POWER STEERING

mudinuri · Feb 27, 2018

I"m getting my 2003 TD4 Auto ready for the MOT in April. but I"ve only done just over 3000 miles since the last MOT. On that MOT certificate there is an Advisory "Power Steering Component has Slight Seppage(Steering Rack) 2.3.36. I don"t want to go to the expense of replacing the complete Steering Rack, so any ideas what else could be the cause of the seppage? and if so is it a job an old geezer like me could do?
cheers

Nodge68 · Feb 27, 2018

Can you see any leaks in the pipes?
The pipes are available as spares if very rusty.

guineafowl21 · Feb 27, 2018

Since you’ve got plenty of time, try changing the power steering fluid.

Simple method: suck out the reservoir and fill up with new. Repeat after a bit. Put the waste in your oilcan.

Could also try some power steering leak stop additive. Then give everything a good wash before MoT. You should be fine.

Skinny Mike · Feb 27, 2018

Do what @guineafowl21 says, then add this stuff:
https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https://www.ebay.co.uk/ulk/itm/262956058356
Works a treat.
Mike

Skinny Mike · Feb 27, 2018

Hmmmm, dodgy link?
Liqui Moly ATF Automatic Transmission Fluid Additive 250ml - 5135.

Skinny Mike · Feb 27, 2018

Works on steering system as well.
Mike

mudinuri · Feb 27, 2018

Thanks for the replies. Because it"s so bloody cold I"ll wait for it to get warmer before I go clambering underneath. Unfortunately no garage so it"ll be scrabbling about on the shingle on the front drive. Any ideas what this power steering leak additive is called?
cheers all

guineafowl21 · Feb 27, 2018

mudinuri said:
Thanks for the replies. Because it"s so bloody cold I"ll wait for it to get warmer before I go clambering underneath. Unfortunately no garage so it"ll be scrabbling about on the shingle on the front drive. Any ideas what this power steering leak additive is called?
cheers all

No need to go under the car - just pop the bonnet and use a turkey baster to suck out the reservoir. Replace with Dexron II ATF and drive about for a bit or work the steering. Repeat, but add in some of @Skinny Mike ’s potion.

Nodge68 · Feb 27, 2018

All the steering components are visible under the bonnet. No clambering under the car is necessary or useful.

The rack is clearly visible in this picture where the engine has been removed. I've put a red dot on the centre of the rack.

Skinny Mike · Feb 27, 2018

mudinuri said:
Any ideas what this power steering leak additive is called?
cheers all

As above post in bold type. It says transmission fluid additive, but it's for power steering as well.
Mike

mudinuri · Mar 4, 2018

I"ve just bought some P.A.S Stop leaks Fluid from my local car spares shop. Do I need to put the whole contents of the can into the reservoir or will a quarter of the can be enough?

guineafowl21 · Mar 4, 2018

mudinuri said:
I"ve just bought some P.A.S Stop leaks Fluid from my local car spares shop. Do I need to put the whole contents of the can into the reservoir or will a quarter of the can be enough?

Just follow the instructions, or does it not tell you?

Nodge68 · Mar 4, 2018

Keep in mind that these stop leak products are only a temporary repair. They work by softening old dry seals. They won't repair worn seals or damaged pipes. Replacement of the affected components is the only sure way to fix it.

mudinuri · Mar 5, 2018

Thanks all, No it doesn"t say how much to use on the tin and I will do as Nodge suggests and get them replaced as soon as I can.

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