Power steering not doing it's job
Discussion
Now I have searched and not come up with a specific enough thread so I could do with some guidance.
The power steering pump is playing up. It is fine at high revs but the steering goes heavy at low revs. It is not using any appreciable amount of fluid, which suggests that the pump impeller itself is not efficient or seals are playing up. It whines somewhat.
Are there reconditionable with a set of seals or is it a new pump? If so, where do they come from. I believe from other threads that it is Cortina Mk4 (car is 350i). But parts suppliers are surprisingly thin on the ground.
Any thoughts?
Cheers
Adrian
The power steering pump is playing up. It is fine at high revs but the steering goes heavy at low revs. It is not using any appreciable amount of fluid, which suggests that the pump impeller itself is not efficient or seals are playing up. It whines somewhat.
Are there reconditionable with a set of seals or is it a new pump? If so, where do they come from. I believe from other threads that it is Cortina Mk4 (car is 350i). But parts suppliers are surprisingly thin on the ground.
Any thoughts?
Cheers
Adrian
Thanks Guys
Replaced the fluid when I first got the car as I had to replace a couple of poorly constructed pipes. So I know it was new only a few weeks ago.
Having said that I drew some out with a syringe as I had topped it up this morning, but a little too much. I found that what I drew out was not nice and clean. It was quite mucky and black as if it has been roasted by the pump! Given that pretty much all of it must have come out when I replaced the pipes I assume that this is a recent transition in state!
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Replaced the fluid when I first got the car as I had to replace a couple of poorly constructed pipes. So I know it was new only a few weeks ago.
Having said that I drew some out with a syringe as I had topped it up this morning, but a little too much. I found that what I drew out was not nice and clean. It was quite mucky and black as if it has been roasted by the pump! Given that pretty much all of it must have come out when I replaced the pipes I assume that this is a recent transition in state!
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Rimmer Brothers have new pumps for about 90 GBP
I changed mine some weeks ago, an now it runs very good.
Good luck
Udo
http://www.rimmerbros.co.uk/?gclid=CPG5qK__nLgCFfM...
I changed mine some weeks ago, an now it runs very good.
Good luck
Udo
http://www.rimmerbros.co.uk/?gclid=CPG5qK__nLgCFfM...
Edited by Udo on Sunday 7th July 09:46
Edited by Udo on Sunday 7th July 09:49
Hi Mate..If the fluid was black and its making a heavy whinning sound then it could be the bearings wearing..Do as chris advised with the fluid..Ideally get yourself a turkey baster and remove as much out of the pump as possible...Top up and run for a minute..Repeat this until clear..The pumps do whine and more so on full lock...Also check the belt for tension..Ziga
....Oh and dont do what i did...use it on the sunday roast after!....
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hope its ready for next weekend !
Toby Tram said:
Given my mistake in reading what you'd written, I may well do that!!
Just as well I let my better half do the cooking.
I do, however, administer the childrens medicin once in a while with a syringe thingy.............I think I'll keep that one well locked in the garage!!
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Just as well I let my better half do the cooking.
I do, however, administer the childrens medicin once in a while with a syringe thingy.............I think I'll keep that one well locked in the garage!!
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pk500 said:
I hope so too. It's drivable but just a bit uncomfortable at low speed as it flirts between power steering and no power steering. I shall certainly set off next Saturday morning. God willing I will make it. If I break down on the way back that's a different problem!!!Will change the fluid one evening though and check the belt before I set off. Also need to get a couple of tyres.
Hope it's a long week!
Which car are you taking? The blue one I hope!
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adam quantrill said:
When you've done the fluid, also take a look at the belt. Even when it's taught it might be slipping, and my trick for belts is a few drops of neat washing-up liquid which cuts through the grease and gives it more grip.
I hear it also corrodes the rubber, so take your pick of how you want it to fail 
Toby Tram said:
I hope so too. It's drivable but just a bit uncomfortable at low speed as it flirts between power steering and no power steering. I shall certainly set off next Saturday morning. God willing I will make it. If I break down on the way back that's a different problem!!!
Will change the fluid one evening though and check the belt before I set off. Also need to get a couple of tyres.
Hope it's a long week!
Which car are you taking? The blue one I hope!
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Been using blue one seems ok so will take a chance !Will change the fluid one evening though and check the belt before I set off. Also need to get a couple of tyres.
Hope it's a long week!
Which car are you taking? The blue one I hope!
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