I just read about 'progressive power steering' (PPS) on older 4 runners.
Does the 2006 have this?
My runner is losing power steering fluid, but the odd part is that is goes through a lot some weeks and none for weeks at a time... thought this was odd until i read about PPS i.e. the engine can actually burn power steering fluid if the vacuum valve goes bad. This would also explain an intermittent burning smell i get on hard acceleration.
Its been a long winter and have not been able to get under the runner for a few weeks since i don't have a garage (or even a drive way
out: ) so not sure if its leaking, but i cant see much from my spot checks.
Hoping both issues can be fixed by just replacing the vacuum switch! fingers crossed.
Thanks for all help!
Chris
Does the 2006 have this?
My runner is losing power steering fluid, but the odd part is that is goes through a lot some weeks and none for weeks at a time... thought this was odd until i read about PPS i.e. the engine can actually burn power steering fluid if the vacuum valve goes bad. This would also explain an intermittent burning smell i get on hard acceleration.
Its been a long winter and have not been able to get under the runner for a few weeks since i don't have a garage (or even a drive way
out: ) so not sure if its leaking, but i cant see much from my spot checks.Hoping both issues can be fixed by just replacing the vacuum switch! fingers crossed.
Thanks for all help!
Chris
