Smelly Puddle Under My Car or Truck? How to Diagnose Power Steering Leak

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Dealerships will charge you $2000 for this type of job. Thanks for this video. Very helpful

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[@cjaquilino]

How can I tell if they’re bullshitting? I just went in for a free inspection from the Honda dealer I got my car from. No perceivable problems with the power steering except the fluid needs to be changed and was overfilled, no noise or anything and dealer tells me I need to to replace the whole power steering rack. I guess I gotta take to a regular mechanic.

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Yes we will...motorized parts are not cheap

[@kevinwiley5325]

I JUST bought a newer Ford crown victoria p71 and noticed it has stiff steering. I found fluid on the pressure lines during an oil change, but didn't know what the hoses were for. This video has perfect timing for my situation!

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Easiest subscription I've ever made on KZbin. Unfortunately for me the leak is in the seal so I can't fix it myself but I have learned a great deal here.

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[@venividivici4253]

A few years ago when I purchased a car from a nice old lady, I had an issue with this. We decided to redo the whole front end while fixing the power steering system.

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+RZA77 Thanks for the feedback!

[@dzorba1]

So if it is the seal inside the rack n pinion boot shaft can that seal be replaced without changing the whole rack and pinion by taking that tie rod off? Or do you need to change the whole thing?

[@keeping-up-with-pg]

Thanks I have this problem and assumed the pump was bad. Now I know I have more to check but also not a hard job to fix. My only question is where to get parts. Is it dealer only, junk yard (if the car is old enough), and/or online? Also do I have to buy oem or is aftermarket available?

[@megpie9971]

On a 2007 Chrysler town and country on my power steering pump the top hose has a star shaped bit I think seems to fit in but will not turn can you tell me the right tool will I use to take the hose off the pump to my car no video seems to have the tools needed to do a steering pump on KZbin. THANKS FOR ALL THE HELP YOU CAN GIVE ME.

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[@venividivici4253]

Sweet Crown Vic!

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[@adamcrownvictoriacarrepair7105]

What is that pulley tool you used?

[@jms4406]

I dont have stiff steering but I can see fluid all over the pump hoses. I just bought a seal kit and will probably get a new pressure hose. Hopefully that will fix thongs

[@valeriesanchez3074]

So easy to follow. Now i can fix my civics power steering 🖤

[@RG-wy1ol]

Thanks for making this video

[@moose2934]

“Verhcle” LoL - I enjoyed the vid and am pretty sure that I just knocked a fitting/nut loose when I dropped my wrenches down into the belt area

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[@diorama-rama297]

What are you using to spray clean the areas?

[@g-dezigner_dag_8992]

He is using CRC Brake Cleaner. Any brand should do just fine.

[@messickn]

Hey guys, I’m a DIYer and I’m having a difficult time...after putting my old steering rack back on my car (long story but it was still good when I took it off), I turned the key in the ignition while I was flushing the power steering system when the steering wheel turned violently to lock. So hard it threw me into the passenger seat lol....any clue as to what’s going on? I suspect bad power steering pump 🤔

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As always awesome video guys. Always learning something new.

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[@Sqweak215]

how do you tell if its a hose or the rack and pinion

[@tristonb1105]

My car is leaking, it takes about a week to bleed dry, I want to take it to a mechanic. Is this a big problem that'll cost me lots of money? (It's a 98 Durango and sat out in a field for 3 years)

[@chuckychuck]

How much would a professionl would charge you for this job on a 98 ford taurus se?? I would do it but I don't like being under a car on hydro jack or jack stand, I don't see any videos on 98 taurus.

[@henrymoss5246]

Can the seal be replaced if the Rack is leaking around the boot where the seal is located?

[@EkwereLaw1]

Thanks a lot for this video. I've had this issue for over a month and most of the auto shops I've gone to are clueless making me spend lots of money only for the problem to still be there. Now I know what to do

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[@JS-xr9ri]

Is there a seal at the other end near the gear box? I have a leak at the other end. It’s not a major leak but the boot is wet. I took the boot off and I didn’t see any fluid dripping out, I’m trying to figure out if there is a seal or which seal might be wearing out at the other end near the gear box.

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+J S We wouldn't be able to diagnose an issue like that here, you may want to have a local mechanic take a look at it. Thanks for checking us out! 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

[@rossbowman202]

I would have settled for a power steering fluid leak instead of my car not starting. 😂😭

[@boosted_donkey]

The way you say vehicle is very exotic.

[@3voL1love]

Nicccee & Dry!! You sound like Chris fix

[@Sasseman2198]

I had changed out the power steering pump for my 01 grand marquis doing another job,the pump did not have a noticeable leak like in this video.the pump was seeping out the front pulley shaft and was starting to show its age

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+Couch Potato Thanks for the feedback!

[@nonyabiz9487]

Ive fixed those hard lines before with some tin foil and JB epoxy. Works good if you cant afford the new line.

[@geddoe316]

Can some power steering fluid be clear? I have a small leak (smaller than in the video) and it's basically clear, but does have a very slight slick feel to it. It also doesn't smell. I recently had the whining sound when turning the wheel so i checked my fluid and it was low. I mean...LOW. So I filled it up. Enough time hasnt passed to determine if it is indeed the power steering that is leaking, but everything else in my car seems fine in terms of fluid. It does seem though that the leak has very slightly increased though, possibly due to adding so much extra fluid. not sure yet. (and i know brake fluid can be clear so i am checking that daily watching it like a hawk to see if i am losing fluid.) I was just wondering cause 90 percent of sites/videos claim power steering fluid is generally red. Oh, and my car is 22 years old, if that matters

[@1AAuto]

+geddoe316 Thanks for watching! Power steering fluid usually has color to it, but if it's loosing fluid like that then it's definitely leaking!

[@tedb4459]

What noise did it make when it dropped?

[@nathansmith7653]

Where did you find your pulley puller and the tool to put it back on?

[@erictech201]

Good video man

[@1AAuto]

Thank you Erick! Glad you liked it

[@Daniel-ge6mf]

I have something similar but I see it leaking from that flat black cap at the bottom of the rack. Is it an simple fix or do I need to replace the whole thing

[@1AAuto]

+Daniel sill Thanks for watching! If you have a leak coming from the main body of the rack then you will likely need to get it replaced.

[@samsen3965]

I added the fluorescent dye and checked with UV light. All around the power sterling pump pully... What is my problem and what are my best options to repair?

[@mertus4395]

Probably is leaking from the power steering pump shaft. That was my issue too in my 95' Ford Escort, and I fixed it replacing the pump.

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+Mertus Thanks for the feedback!

[@dandy9751]

Nice and Dry!

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[@cathyhall7457]

Can I pls tell me how to find a AIR LEAK? I KNOW where the leak is BUT I CANT FIGURE OUT WHICH HOSE

[@fiji3591]

Idk if ur still having the problem but get some soapy water in a spray bottle (dish soap + warm water), spray copious amounts on the area you think is leaking, watch for bubbles/bubbling and if u see any, youve found your leak

[@jeffreygodinez162]

Smoke test. Or using break cleaner spray the hoses and if engine sound changes that's the cuprit

[@leblancxi22i17]

if it the gasket that you talk about at 2:37 do I need to change the hole rack or the gasket only?

[@1AAuto]

+Leblanc X I22I Thanks for watching! That might be something you can purchase in a rebuild kit, but typically you would be looking to replacement the entire rack if that were the issue.

[@AnytimeAssemblypros]

Have a 2000 55. My steering is very stiff been that way for a while. Its steerable once moving. Its not smooth at all. Anybody has an idea what it can be?

[@rodritejedart]

Great job, thanks for the video

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[@grantw.whitwam9948]

Are the pulley puller and installer very expensive?

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+Grant W. Whitwam Thanks for watching! We do not actually carry either of those parts, so we cannot get you a direct quote. These types of parts and tools are generally not too expensive but you will have to shop around to find a price that works best for you! 1aauto.com

[@dzorba1]

You can loan a pulley puller from Autozone and O'reilly's auto parts. Pay a deposit and get your money back when you return it.

[@roofingengineer4538]

What was that red spray?

[@DADDYDAYCAREIRELAND]

Dude help me out how tell difference between oil leak,gear old leak and power steering. Scam artist trying tell me it steering flue but it's black as oil but not as oil. Car been sitting could be cracked pipes what ya think re seal stuff you can buy

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+ROONEY REVEWIS Thanks for watching! Unfortunately the only way to identify a leak is to visually locate the source. If you are unsure what is leaking then we recommend you have a reputable garage take a look to accurately diagnose the issue!

[@DADDYDAYCAREIRELAND]

It's coming from about the left end of the engine compartment.any quick tips to check transmitich. Seat alahamber same as any VOLKS 1.9TDI ENGINE used in audi

[@todlundgren5177]

Nice and dry

[@spachuladgaming651]

Oh yes

[@AbnormalArtsDOTcom]

Hello. I'm a female and I'm not a mechanic. I know I have a power steering fluid leak. Resevoir is empty (because it's all over my driveway). I went and bought some fluid and a mechanic that was at the parts store said he'd like to do a good deed and come and look at it. I asked if he was certified... he said yes. Before I bought the power steering fluid (in order to search for the leak source), I looked under my car and noticed that both of my sway bars were hanging free (not hooked up). Well, when this mechanic looked for the leak, he noticed that the sway bars were not hooked up. I asked him if he was interested in fixing them. He told me that replacing the sway bars was a large job... I told him to leave. Thank God there are people like you who try to help people like me. If I hadn't watched a video on replacing sway bars, I may have believed him. He really could have taken advantage of me. I try to figure things out on my own because I don't have a large bank account, I try to fix things if I'm possibly able to. Replacing a sway bar is easy. I can't say that my leak will be. I still have to find the source. I'm in the middle of laying a new vinyl plank floor in my entire house with no transition strips... half way there. People can do a lot if they just try. Thanks for the video. You're awesome.

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[@veritasvincit4178]

great vid

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[@andyquick5839]

You forgot to tell people to make sure to put a new clamp on the boot on the power steering rack.

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+Andy Quick Thanks for the suggestion and for watching!

[@milkyway6724]

thanks

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[@snicklit]

Just bought a 92 nissan skyline and power steering got weaker and weaker on the drive home and had none left by the time i got home

[@oshenc1481]

Honda CR-V 2008 leaking but it’s not coming from the hose

[@JoshuaJacque117]

What colour

[@prettylittlepsycho4766]

What about a rack and pinion?

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+PrettylittlePsycho We're always cycling through common cars. We'll add this repair to our list! 1AAuto.com

[@HIGHGRADECHANNEL]

How does it sound???? 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@Allaboutcarshere]

Nice and driiiiiiii

[@ferozsyed2014]

After using electric steering.now i really hates power steering extra maintenance

[@cbaby78]

After watching this video i feel like i could do this to my car.....if i had tools 😆

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[@ohreally8929]

Uh, sorry dude, that was me. I got caught short.

[@geekmode0074]

Mines is black fluid tho

[@Lifesituations8000]

Like he didn't know there was fluid on the ground 😆

[@nethochikas7098]

He take out the boot clamp and put zip tag dam

[@tpain6897]

The owner's steering wheel covered in power steering fluid from his gloves.

[@TMG.608]

I leaned that the steering fluid sounds like, weeeeooo weeeeooo

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+Theyab Alghamdi Thanks for the feedback!

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[@luisenriquez9194]

Why did you use ATF in your power steering!

[@drewduncan1670]

Some vehicles call for that, believe it or not.

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+Luis Enriquez This particular vehicle specifies a type of ATF to fill the power steering system. Thanks!

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