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Does the fluid look brown, could be the pump on its way out.
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Is what an MOT fail? Power steering fluid level is not checked unless it has a clear reservoir, the cap will not be removed to check it. Change the fluid see what you get.
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Only an MOT fail if the pump is obviously leaking .i.e. wet and dripping
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Personally I would change the pump, drain the fluid and replace
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If steering is heavy pressure valve maybe stuck open.
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Change the fluid it obviously gets better as it warms and thins. You could try changing the fluid first to see if it cures things if not try dropping a little Lucas in it. That may sort things out. You could remove the pump strip and clean it but only if you know what you are doing.
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I dont know what I am doing...
Think you had better just stick to changing the fluid or get someone to do it for you. See what you get after that.
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Lucas is a high detergent oil for auto boxes etc. I think the oil is ATF Dex IId or Dex IIII dont know what I am doing...
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But if your pump is on it's way out (you said the fluid is discoloured) then you are wasting your time and money.
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It doesn't take a lot of fluid, worth a try as old fluid won't help.But if your pump is on it's way out (you said the fluid is discoloured) then you are wasting your time and money.
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But if it is discoloured the its probably due to the pump on its way out. Changing the fluid will only postpone the inevitable. Do it soon, don't wait till you are on the hardshoulder, in the dark with a seized pump and the belt in tatters
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But if it is discoloured the its probably due to the pump on its way out. Changing the fluid will only postpone the inevitable. Do it soon, don't wait till you are on the hardshoulder, in the dark with a seized pump and the belt in tatters
Power steering fluid just like auto box fluid deteriorates over time due to heat, new fluid can make an hell of a difference.
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Power steering fluid just like auto box fluid deteriorates over time due to heat, new fluid can make an hell of a difference.
Well if he want's to take the chance fine, if he want's it sorted, he pays his money and takes his choice.
Is this the stuff? http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Lucas-Pow...le_Oils_Lubricants_Fluids&hash=item33730bc94f and how do I drain it, and anyone know how much I need (atf) to top up again thanks all
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