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Old Sep 2, 2007 | 07:54 PM
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I just turned 50k on the clock. Just noticed today that my power steering is starting to moan when in full lock position. Bought it used so no extended warranty.

Do I panic or will the factory warranty cover it?

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Old Sep 3, 2007 | 02:10 AM
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add fluid..check for leaks....
Old Sep 3, 2007 | 04:52 PM
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you got two options as to why.. leak or bad pump (option 3 leak resulting in bad pump)
if a pump has a leak, it is also sucking air, when that air hits the pump.. noise occurs,
so, if your lucky, find and repair the leak=all good.
If you need a pump.. all you can do is shop around (from dealer to used), your decision..
Old Sep 4, 2007 | 02:16 AM
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No leaks, fluid a wee bit low, filled it up, still moans. No bueno
Old Sep 4, 2007 | 03:19 AM
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$337.95 from Arlington auto. Ouch. And I gotta put it in myself and from what I've been searching it's abso no fun.
Old Sep 7, 2007 | 07:07 PM
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they will moan at full lock....
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