Leaking power steering pump fix
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Leaking power steering pump fix
Took my 97 LS400 to pepboys due to a PS pump leak and they ran a dye test and told me its likely coming from one of the O-Rings. Im on a low budget so id prefer to buy just the pump without the reservoir if possible but if it happens to be the O-ring in between the pump and reservoir thats leaking would just replacing the pump cut it or would I need both?
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Took my 97 LS400 to pepboys due to a PS pump leak and they ran a dye test and told me its likely coming from one of the O-Rings. Im on a low budget so id prefer to buy just the pump without the reservoir if possible but if it happens to be the O-ring in between the pump and reservoir thats leaking would just replacing the pump cut it or would I need both?
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Took my 97 LS400 to pepboys due to a PS pump leak and they ran a dye test and told me its likely coming from one of the O-Rings. Im on a low budget so id prefer to buy just the pump without the reservoir if possible but if it happens to be the O-ring in between the pump and reservoir thats leaking would just replacing the pump cut it or would I need both?
If PB did a dye test ask to see where the leak is evident and take several pics. Post the pics here and let the forum guide you 👍
I cannot stress this enough, this is not a problem that's easily fixed with aftermarket parts.
First Gen Power Steering Bible
How to fix powersteering leak on 98-2000 LS400's
All in One - Power steering fix(s). Solenoid/ACV plug/Drain-Flush/Bleed system. -DIY
this seal is a ~$2 o-ring that you can replace yourself if you have basic hand tools. there are other o-rings but this is the main culprit for leaking PS fluid on the LS!
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Took my 97 LS400 to pepboys due to a PS pump leak and they ran a dye test and told me its likely coming from one of the O-Rings. Im on a low budget so id prefer to buy just the pump without the reservoir if possible but if it happens to be the O-ring in between the pump and reservoir thats leaking would just replacing the pump cut it or would I need both?
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