Honda Civic Power Steering Leak or Whine noise, how to fix the Power Steering on a 2009 Civic

[@adamraimo5371]

thought my power steering pump was gone but this fixed it . thank you

[@dannysdiygarage]

Thanks for the comment, you’re welcome

[@nasark]

Hey guys. Great video braking down the process. The pump is in kind of a funny place so I had to attack it from underneath and the wheel well at the same time. NOTE TO EVERYONE TRYING THIS: Make a point to bleed you power steering after this fix. It's entirely probable that your pump will pull in air so spend the extra 20-15 mins rotating the wheel with the engine off to avoid damaging your pump or rack

[@dannysdiygarage]

Great information thanks for adding

[@logantryint4660]

Could you go into more detail with what you mean by this? I'm not sure how to bleed the power steering or what you mean by rotating the wheel.

[@nasark]

@@logantryint4660 basically what you would need to do is jack the car up (with the wheels in the air...not on ramps etc), turn the key to accessory mode and then turn the steering wheel from lock to lock 10-20 times. Do a quick KZbin search on "bleeding a power steering pump" and you will see a bunch of videos detailing it. Good luck!

[@johnbollwerk]

Danny, you're a badass. Thanks for helping willing people think and help themselves. You are a DIY KING, and a good example of being self-sufficient!

[@dannysdiygarage]

Appreciate your comment John ❤

[@johnsitar7871]

Danny, thanks for another great video, kudos for taking the time and effort to explain and demonstrate the safety procedures that you use during your DIY repairs, its probably more important than the repair itself. Keep up the great work.

[@dannysdiygarage]

I do appreciate your feedback, thank you

[@PMP007]

100% agree this video was amazing. I have this same problem and it saved it a ton of money. Thank you sir!

[@sebparent3501]

Place the wheel you removed from the car behind the passenger jack stand. If the jack stand fails, the car will rest on the wheel and give you enough space to escape.

[@RaySpeaksTruth]

Your videos have been really helpful getting eyes on some tough to get to places. I bought a 2006 Honda Civic with a cracked block for my niece when she turned 16. Replaced the engine and just about everything else since!

[@dannysdiygarage]

Appreciate you taking the time to comment ❤ thank you

[@msschill]

Well I replaced the VTEC solenoid gasket with the help of your video and now I see another leak in that same area you showed. My power steering reservoir is low, and I already did a flush.... using your video as a guide of course! I'll pick up those o-rings and give this a shot. Hopefully mine goes as well as yours!

[@dannysdiygarage]

good luck, just take your time, appreciate you using my videos as a guide

[@alix6028]

how was it, did it work for you?

[@msschill]

The power steering pump may need replaced but I haven't done it.

[@ZollipopG]

Danny thank you for this! I thought I had a bad pump but just a simple O ring swap and flush made the problem stop!

[@NightFlight1973]

Thanks for going over all the jack points and safety tips! That's what's been holding me back from really getting in there. My power steering reservoir is full and the fluid looks clear there. The light lit on the dash and PS gave out for a second, and it's whining while the car is running. So I don't think it's a leak, but as I understand it the PS fluid is hygroscopic and wondering if its that vs a failing pump. The colour of the fluid is clear/light green (odd). It is a 2007 8th gen Honda civic Si

[@dannysdiygarage]

Green? Maybe die was added? I have a video on flushing the power steering fluid, I think you should watch it😊

[@NightFlight1973]

@@dannysdiygarage turns out it’s electric and I was looking at the brake fluid! Lolz. Replacing the alternator. It’s whining something fierce.

[@nighthawkj30A4]

Much better then replacing the pump. Ive seen many just replace it. But sometimes it actually leaks from the seems of the pump.

[@panagiotis1519]

I did the pump intake o-ring.but it was still leaking & found the high pressure hose leaking so replaced that. Then it blew the sensor o-ring out, now it's blown the pump's shaft seal! Going to replace the pump though I reckon a new shaft seal ought to be the solution, but since I'm this far in now...

[@Exoticsgarage]

What a great video and great camera work. Subscribed! Thank you for your work.

[@dannysdiygarage]

Many thanks!, welcome aboard

[@stevenboudreaux2183]

Always great videos from this gentleman. Much appreciated sir!

[@dannysdiygarage]

Appreciate your support

[@davespence4912]

Did this on my wife’s 2011 Civic Coupe. No leaks!!!!

[@mattanfang]

I don't hear a straining noise until I turn my steering wheel. Also if I see any bubbles in the reservoir does that mean the seals are bad? Great video and thanks for the help with my civic!

[@AutoFix-Telugu]

Waiting for the video Danny … I faced same problem on my civic… fixed by replacing the O rings…

[@dannysdiygarage]

Mine have been leaking for a year, but it was so small I didn’t worry about it, I’m glad it’s done, hardest part of the job was working around the camera, I had to make sure I got the camera shot

[@BransonGraham-s4h]

Great video exactly what my cars problem is same spot.We’re can I get these o rings at I tried other ones same size but just to thick and can’t seem to find the o rings anywhere?

[@dannysdiygarage]

@@BransonGraham-s4h best place Honda dealer, any automotive parts store also, check the description in this video, I should have part numbers and possibly a Amazon link

[@kartikeyajodha3418]

Love your detailed videos! My 2011 Honda civic is leaking power steering fluid. How do i differentiate if it is a leak from the o-rings or the power steering rack assembly (as mentioned by the dealer)?

[@dannysdiygarage]

You will need to determine the Location of the leak, they will be at different locations

[@kartikeyajodha3418]

Thank you! Also, I used to get a mileage of 40 on highways when I got this car. Lately I've just been getting 32 mpg. Have replaced PCV valve and engine air filter, cleaned MAF sensor and throttle body. What else could be wrong?

[@dannysdiygarage]

@@kartikeyajodha3418driving habits, spar plugs air conditioning oxygen sensor tire pressure idling fuel injector valve adjustment as you can see, many things, this is just a few

[@chuckrafiki8649]

How do you know for sure where the leak is coming from? How many bottles of fluid do you need for this job?

[@pjsaltbabyrage7567]

Thanks for the very detailed instructions danny. Anyone know the ID and OD of these o rings? I received mine but it seems obviously smaller than what you installed in the video

[@waverider5751]

Being left handed has occasional benefits when in tight spots.

[@dannysdiygarage]

I can imagine it would, I'm always using my left hand making things more difficult at times

[@XetoKiyaba]

Lost the bolt for the high pressure line while putting it in it dropped and vanished didnt fall under the car not stuck in any bits under or surrounding the part, absolutely vanished. Dont know what the bolt is and cant find it online so looks like im outta a car 👍

[@PrinceSteering-nh9mj]

Am a steering engineer by profession I work and repair all kinds of steering pump and racks for all kinds of cars

[@iryakjimenez4623]

Good job I really appreciated God bless you amen

[@dannysdiygarage]

Appreciate it, 👍🏼

[@makepartsUSA]

Hi Danny - I have what looks like a PS leak, and want to do a fluid flush also. would you do the o-ring replacment first, and then work thru a fluid flush after, or vice-versa?

[@dannysdiygarage]

@@makepartsUSA yes definitely do orings 1st

[@coachmetony]

Will this leak, go into your floorboards? My 02 civic is leaking into the floorboard on the driver side

[@dannysdiygarage]

Could it be coolant and not power steering fluid?

[@PcorralesPcorrales]

so in total its 2 o rings is that correct? when you replaced the 1st one you showed one was stuck. you then put the orange one on the male end of that one. i see its a 2 pack. is it a total of 2 or 3 rings that you replaced in total ?

[@Balochi896]

This is the bag problem for civic

[@jxhkb]

I would work in my car with no gloves if my engine was this clean too lol.

[@dannysdiygarage]

California car, they just stay nice longer 👍🏼

[@jeremypeterson8002]

what car ramp do you use

[@Bean-sz7sr]

Do you happen to know how many quarts of fluid this take?

[@dannysdiygarage]

Get three bottles, a amazon link for the fluid is in the description

[@Bean-sz7sr]

@@dannysdiygarage Thanks!

[@soufianemess7681]

Hi, I'm about to do the same operation on my Civic. But when I called Honda, they told me they only have one o-ring which is the black one. I've done some researches and found some pics of Honda Genuine part having both o-ring inside. The question is... do you guys think that the black one could be used for the orange one? PS: Great video btw .. thank you

[@soufianemess7681]

ah never mind, I found some details about the size and they both differs :) Weird that Honda don't sell the orange one

[@dannysdiygarage]

My description has Honda part numbers for the original orings

[@soufianemess7681]

@@dannysdiygarage oh right! I didn't think about it... I found it on the web site with that part number! Great!! Today I lift up my car and suddenly I didn't notice any leak on these 2 hoses connected to the pump... Rather it was all the way down the car.. There is one steering line who has a leak. I will try to wonder which one it would be but apparently it's the Lower Return Line ... Hope I'm not wrong. I'll come with a pic later :) Thank you for the part number of the orange o-ring

[@PostFormitable]

Hey Danny, How can I tell if it needs a full replacement of the power steering pump versus just replacement of the O'rings?

[@dannysdiygarage]

It will depend on the problem you’re having, if it’s leaking and whines and the o’rings don’t fix it, then maybe a pump, but remember there’s hoses and the steering rack also, to properly diagnose the system there’s a gauge that can be used, however it’s hardly ever used because it’s take a lot of effort to use it

[@M3GAN3116]

Thanks 👍

[@dannysdiygarage]

You’re welcome ❤

[@dleon2024]

Nice video! Curious, can you crack the bolts from the top (looking down) if you remove the metal plate? Rather than going thru the wheel well or underneath the car

[@dannysdiygarage]

you can, however its not going to be easy, underneath was by far easiest

[@rameezzaidi4067]

How much fluid did you put ? Plz mention the volume

[@dannysdiygarage]

I purchase two 120z bottles if I remember correctly

[@austinellsi9211]

So when I turn the wheel on the car when stationary or about to back out of a spot , the car like gets kind of jerky and shaky like a strong vibration . Not a motor noise but it does the same kind of thing when I turn any hvac controls on or have hvac controls on while sitting at a light etc. is this normal ?

[@dannysdiygarage]

Have you tried a throttle body clean and relearn the throttle body so the idle can keep up with the load? I have videos on this

[@adnerflores2827]

Master, a question when you are putting the power steering fluid in the car, should it be lifting and on, or on the ground on? ?

[@dannysdiygarage]

On the ground

[@beezomm]

Hi Danny, I plan on doing the O-rings and flushing the power steering fluid at the same time. What order would be best to do it in? Drain reservoir, replace O-rings, fill reservoir and then flush ?

[@dannysdiygarage]

Correct, that’s the order

[@blancal31]

If it’s the o rings will it leak faster ? What if it’s the hose?

[@dannysdiygarage]

Oring is more common, could be a hose, but usually the oring

[@blancal31]

@@dannysdiygarage thanks I appreciate you Danny for taking your time in responding back, always a helping hand 👌👌

[@greghanlon2235]

O-rings on power steering pump where hoses connect? Just a hunch.

[@dannysdiygarage]

Your hunch is correct ❤

[@greghanlon2235]

@@dannysdiygarage I serviced the power steering on my 250k Element and fluid came with the o-rings. Also flushed reservoir that was long overdue. Thanks for the videos Danny.

[@luciaamelia8295]

Promo`SM 🤩

[@Jonathan-pr1wo]

thanks for this. This solved my power steering leak although it was only one hose that needed the o ring replaced which is the one you used the red o ring on. The o ring it originally had was too hard and not round anymore. I thought for sure I’d need a new pump. Saved me some time and money from taking it to the shop as they probably would’ve just replaced either the entire pump or the entire hose rather than just replacing the o ring.

[@sajidbaig1593]

Hi Danny, Thanks for your real informative Videos. Would you kindly share how many miles you have on your Honda Civic 2009?

[@TorontoIW]

Awesome video, I changed a put of my line that was rusted and had a hole. Now that I have seen this I just ordered the o rings and will be changing those also. Thank you 👌

[@dannysdiygarage]

You’re welcome, appreciate you watching

[@BRYANYUI]

Thanks so much Danny. This was my problem for years. You’re car is so freaking clean!!! Do you have a video diagnosing the ac? Mine’s not working now. Great video

[@dannysdiygarage]

Yes, subscribe to my channel and look around my videos , I have 3 or 4 videos specifically on Civic and AC

[@ericnguyen1726]

Hi Danny, thank you very much for the excellent video. I just discovered that the bolt securing the black Power Steering Return Line (with the orange O-ring) is missing on my car, which explains the significant power steering fluid leak in my driveway over the weekend. Could you please assist me in identifying the size of that bolt or provide its replacement part number so I can purchase a replacement? I greatly appreciate it.

[@dannysdiygarage]

Call Honda parts department, they will be your best option

[@ericnguyen1726]

Thank you Danny.@@dannysdiygarage

[@augustosousa2530]

Hi Danny, I hope you're doing well! His teachings came at the right time, because in the last oil change I noticed a leak starting below the hydraulic pump, however, it is probably from this oring. Just a few days from now it would be good for you to check if everything is fine because some friends who changed these origs had problems with the pressure hose of the steering box, I deduce that it is due to the increase in pressure since before there was a certain vent in this oring or really It was a wear problem. Thank you for the excellent work, I appreciate it!

[@dannysdiygarage]

Getting the O'ring from Honda is the key, thank you for adding this comment

[@CaptainMiles]

Excellent video as always! Amazing camera angles.

[@dannysdiygarage]

Appreciate that Mike

[@tomhuynh3815]

Thank you Danny great work.

[@dannysdiygarage]

Appreciate you

[@ictadventures]

Can’t wait to watch it!😊

[@dannysdiygarage]

let me know what you think

[@sirewan]

Thanks for the video! Question: what was the telltale for this leak? Did you see fluid on the ground, lower fluid level on the reservoir, by inspection when looking for something else?

[@dannysdiygarage]

Correct, inspection

[@dhonextv2267]

Thank you. I always learn something new from your videos.

[@dannysdiygarage]

I appreciate your comment, glad to hear that

[@unebonnevie]

Excellent safety tips! Thank for the vid! The black o-ring is the OUTLET o-ring. The red o-ring is the INLET o-ring. At least that how Honda have their OEM parts for the Honda Accord. Crazy of the power steering pump location! 2001 Honda Accord 4 cylinder is at the top of the engine. Very accessible.

[@dannysdiygarage]

Thanks for adding additional details 👍🏼

[@rudysalas9138]

Another excellent video. Easy PS o-ring replacement. I’m going to spray paint the cowel black. I don’t like the faded cowel. Going to change out the valance cover gasket so it also makes the job much easier.

[@dannysdiygarage]

Great idea

[@princelees7038]

Thank you absolutely so much Danny. This was really helpful. I appreciate it 🎉🎉❤❤

[@dannysdiygarage]

Thank you, I'm glad it was useful

[@Chrissiela]

Mine's not whining, but the dealership told me it's leaking when I got my oil changed last week. But they want almost $1500 to fix it. 😮😢

[@dannysdiygarage]

Hopefully this video helped

[@MrHuck]

They probably wouldn’t be honest if it was only o rings. They want to sell you the whole pump. Mine 06 is leaking and feel confident that this is the issue. Plan on doing fix myself.

[@rubielcadena4912]

I recently replaced my civic’s power steering pump when my last one broke. I put new O rings and flushed the fluid and bled the air out, but it still whines really loud. Any clue what I should check next? In the meantime I’ll just pretend my car has a supercharger!

[@dannysdiygarage]

Do you see bubbles in the fluid when you remove the fill cap? Also was it whining before you replaced it, or was that the reason you replaced it, there’s only a few components the rack, hoses and pump

[@specialstone9153]

when you say whine, is it as a hissing sound?

[@philjuniorp]

Excellent safety tip good information also thankz

[@dannysdiygarage]

Always welcome, appreciate you watching and support

[@wmdaniel1817]

Hi Danny, Firstly, thank you for the amount of effort and quality you put towards making your videos. They are highly educational and polished. I have one question though. I've been having some trouble locating the correct OEM part number for the ORANGE power steering O-ring. In your video description, you included the part number for the black one, but not the other one. I'm currently trying to order the parts and I just want to make sure I get the correct one. Could you help me? Thanks again!

[@dannysdiygarage]

Unfortunately I don't have that part number anymore, my mistake, I thought I added it, if you want to email me at [e-mail] I can send you a blown up image so you can get the correct part from the dealer. once you get the part number if you could, please send it and I'll add this to help others.

[@wmdaniel1817]

@@dannysdiygarage The correct part number is Honda 91345-RDA-A01!

[@dannysdiygarage]

I appreciate you sharing this, I’ll add it to my description ❤

[@anklesoncredentials]

Thank you sir

[@ruben79nyc]

Thanks for another detailed and helpful video.

[@dannysdiygarage]

Appreciate this comment

[@gflores7018]

Good to know. Thank you for the video

[@dannysdiygarage]

You bet

[@KingKong-wv6is]

Do you need to wet the o-ring with steering fluid ?

[@dannysdiygarage]

It’s always best to lube the oring with a little fluid

[@KingKong-wv6is]

Thanks for awesome video! I got the OEM o-rings from Honda dealer for $2.99 took me 2 hours to get it done, but it’s worth it, stop leaking, very happy

[@AutoFix-Telugu]

Nice video…

[@dannysdiygarage]

I appreciate that, thank you

[@stevenmack2935]

when washing the engine what precautions do you take? debating on washing mine. excellent footage as always, thanks for taking the time to place the cameras in a way we can all see the work being done.

[@dannysdiygarage]

thanks for noticing the camera work, It takes 10 times longer to set up the cameras then it does to do the repair job, but its comments like this that keep me spending the time doing it, as far as pressure washing the engine, just use comment sense, you want to spray the engine lightly and stay away from squirting water in the alternator and other electrical component if possible, it's okay if they get wet, just don't spray the water at it, underneath you can spray anywhere, however don't spray off the oil towards the wheel or you might end of with oil on your rotors and brakes, good luck

[@ep2653]

Mr Danny, at the 3:34 mark one can see 2 holes on a bracket. It seems to be the sub frame. They are right above the lower control arm. Behind those holes on the engine are 2 holes that 'look' like the bracket is supposed to be bolted on to them. Any idea what is going on there? I hope you see this and I hope this makes sense

[@kelway74]

Yeah I saw the same and confirmed in this video that it’s apparently normal. Anyway it wouldn’t make sense to have the engine bolted to the subframe.