I just checked my P/S fluid.. and it was so low it couldn't even detect MIN > (more)
06-26-2003, 03:56 PM
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I just checked my P/S fluid.. and it was so low it couldn't even detect MIN > (more)
I had recently been getting a "groaning" sound when turning the wheel. Questions:
#1) What damage could I have caused? (parts..)
#2) Shouldn't this have registered the OBD2 and given me a light indicating this way before?
#3) what fluid should I buy now to replace (heard it has to be specific P/S fluid) ?
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#1) What damage could I have caused? (parts..)
#2) Shouldn't this have registered the OBD2 and given me a light indicating this way before?
#3) what fluid should I buy now to replace (heard it has to be specific P/S fluid) ?
thanks
06-26-2003, 04:00 PM
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If the system was too low on fluid...
you may have ruined the pump and/or steering rack. Overheating occurs easily with low fluid level. P/S fluid is not monitored, it's considered maintenance-free. Therefore it's important to keep an eye on it, just like it is with your engine oil.
You have to get the correct P/S fluid from the dealer, and hope you didn't damage anything.
You have to get the correct P/S fluid from the dealer, and hope you didn't damage anything.
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