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Old 01-29-2012, 08:55 PM #1
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Possible Steering Rack Leak????

Today when I removed the boots over the inner tie rods I found some liquid. The boots were brittle and I noticed a couple cracks. The liquid had a very light oily feel to it. Most of the liquid was water but it had a tint similar to p/s fluid. Is my steering rack leaking or is it normal to have a little p/s fluid in the rack? I inspected the rack and found no signs of leaking anywhere else. I'm guessing the water initially got in the boot from the cracks. Has anyone else found some p/s fluid in the rack upon boot removal?
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If your rack is leaking and low on fluid, you would likely hear some squealing noises when turning the wheel...most noticeable when stopped and at low speeds.
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When I did my inners the boots were ripped and there was an oily fluid in there, if it makes you feel any better. I think it was from the actual old tie rod. If it makes you feel any better.
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I'm not having any squeal and I haven't had to add any p/s fluid. I guess I'm alright then.
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Did you hear the noise of the firmware friction?
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