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Old 02-06-2011, 05:06 PM   #1
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Default power steerling leak

hey guys havent yet tried anthing more of a look, but my power steering is leaking a got a good idea its from the hose/bolt at the rear bottom since its covered in oil haha, how do i fix it? can u just get a new bolt/hose or have u gotta just replace the houseing?

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Old 02-06-2011, 08:31 PM   #2
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Rear bottom of the pump or rack ?
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Old 02-06-2011, 08:45 PM   #3
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Usually a failed power steering switch similar to this:



Cheap on ebay but buy the Ford OEM washer as power steering fluid eats normal butyl rubber. It on driver's side near where pipes connect to rack.
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Old 02-06-2011, 08:48 PM   #4
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eg: http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Ford-Falc...item20b9753768
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Old 11-06-2011, 06:43 PM   #5
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Default Re: power steerling leak

i had the same problem the top hose leaked.if not replaced it can cause the alternator to fail from oil dripping on to it but check where its coming from first it was a common fault with au-s
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