power steering leaks
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power steering leaks
I decided to make it my mission this year to stop as many leaks as I can, my steering ram was leaking so I replaced that, than the return hose was leaking, so I replaced all four hoses, now it seems I am getting power steering fluid coming out the control valve cap (mine never had a dust cap until the other day, while fixing everything I decided to put one on), does this mean a new control valve is next?? can fluid leak out of the dust cap? thanks
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All of the C3 P/S components have high pressure oil running through them. And, that oil has to be sealed-in, or you end up with a leak. Rubber seals (even good ones) get old and/or wear over the years.
The power cylinder could have had a simple reseal job at the 'business' end where the ram extends. That seal set costs about $10. The control valve can be rebuilt for about $20, if you DIY. If you decide to get an exchange/rebuild it will cost over $100.
With as many leak areas showing up, it's probably time to re-seal all of those components. Jim_Shea has some good rebuild information available. Perhaps someone with the web info can "steer" you in the right direction (pun intended).
The power cylinder could have had a simple reseal job at the 'business' end where the ram extends. That seal set costs about $10. The control valve can be rebuilt for about $20, if you DIY. If you decide to get an exchange/rebuild it will cost over $100.
With as many leak areas showing up, it's probably time to re-seal all of those components. Jim_Shea has some good rebuild information available. Perhaps someone with the web info can "steer" you in the right direction (pun intended).
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I decided to make it my mission this year to stop as many leaks as I can, my steering ram was leaking so I replaced that, than the return hose was leaking, so I replaced all four hoses, now it seems I am getting power steering fluid coming out the control valve cap (mine never had a dust cap until the other day, while fixing everything I decided to put one on), does this mean a new control valve is next?? can fluid leak out of the dust cap? thanks
