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It could be the p/s leaaking if you are loosing fluid. Otherwise, you just have to get back there and see what is leaking.

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Either the preasure or return hose has a leak . Take it to a garage.

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Where is the power steering reservoir on a 1992 Chrysler LeBaron?

Its at the back and below the engine.. to fill it pull the dipstick marked POWER STEERING which is at the back of the engine to the left of the airfilter box.. and add fluid to the level marks on the dipstick


If you accidentally poured a small amount of power steering fluid instead of motor oil will it cause damage?

I would replace that unfortunate mixture with fresh power steering fluid using the recommended fluid for the type of vehichle. Some use ATF (automatic transmission fluid) or Mineral Type fluid or most commomly regular Power Steering Fluid. Now...to change the old fluid. Find the return line to the reservoir. This line will be near the top of the the reservoir and under much less pressure than the feed/suction line. With the engine OFF...disconnect the return line from the reservoir. Have a helper hold this hose into a bucket. Start the engine...do not rev it! SLOWLY turn the steering wheel all of the way to right..then all the way to the left..then return it to the center position. Turn off the engine. This will empty the system. NEXT..put the return hose back on and secure it. Fill the reservoir with new fluid and replace the cap. Start the engine and repeat the wheel turning step once again. Stop the engine and check the fluid level. Fill the reservoir to the specified level. PRESTO!!! You should be in good shape as far as the power steering fluid. . John In Montana


What is power steering compare to manual steering?

Power steering has a pump driven of the engine that pressurizes hydraulic fluid to assist in moving the steering rack. Manual steering doesn't have the pump, so the effect to turn the steering wheel is high, especially at low speeds. Manual steering racks have a higher gear ratio to make it easier but an example is to turn your steering wheel with the engine off. You can get an idea of how much the pump helps.


Can you use brake fluid as power steering fluid?

No!


Does power steering fluid need to be changed?

yes it does, as every other fluid does to. it does lose it's optimum lubrication and cleaning agents which can cause power steering pump and rack premature failure. it should be changed as regularly as every 30-40,000km

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Where do you add steering wheel fluid to a 1987 Toyota Camry?

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What are specs for power steering fluid for 1988 GMC 350 engine?

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where the power steering fluid box is on the drivers side of the engine for the v6


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Low power steering fluid or defective power steering pump.


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If you are talking about air bubbles in your power steering fluid?. The supply line to your power steering pump has a bad o-ring. This will cause you hard steering while engine is at idle.


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What are the risks of a power steering leak?

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