SolidFish

I have a 2000 Passat V6 and it seems there is something wrong with the power steering pump and / or fluid. When the car is on and trying to turn, there is a loud noise near the belts.

The steering fluid resevoir hows signs of leakage although there is plenty of fluid still inthere.

I am guessing there is a problem in the hose (perhaps blockage) and as the pump is still pumping the fluid, its causing backup pressure in the resevior thereby causing some leaks.

Would anyone know where I can find a diagram of 2000 V6 Passat?


Thanks!

ChooChooNongNongHead

I doubt your getting blockage but you may want to check the lines for leaks. If your getting air, you may also get the steering whine. The fluid is bubbling up in the reservoir and getting pushed out of the pin hole in the cap and probably spilling all over your engine.
If you take the pump out with the bracket and pry off the serp belt, you should be able to replace it without putting it in service position.
I'd check for leaks near the hose connections, make sure that you used the proper fluid the last time you filled it or someone else did, make sure the belt's tight, if the pulley's wobbling then the bearing / innards are shot.