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Power steering problem

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Storm
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Power steering problem

Post by Storm » Sat Apr 11, 2015 3:29 pm

Just noticed when pulling off drive with lock on steering squeals went to check resevior to find cap silicones on how can I get to check fluid .

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Re: Power steering problem

Post by Denis O » Sat Apr 11, 2015 5:07 pm

Cap should easily unscrew and has a little dipstick attached so you can check level.

Sounds like someone has done a bodge in the past and you'll need to get a new reservoir. Should be plentiful at most scrappy's.
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