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mudinuri

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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
 
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.
 
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
 
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
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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.
 
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.
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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?
 
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.
 
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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