My PS pump was on its last legs: So for this you will need: v8 power steering pump (mine is cardon branded reman'd from advance auto which came to aorund 65 after core charges) 4 quarts dex III ATF "pressure gasket" from toyota - will update with PN later. It's basically...
Checking power steering fluid is a simple task anyone can do. Yet, it’s often overlooked until the signs of low power steering fluid emerge, such as the pump whining and making noise. In this post, we’ll explain how to check power steering fluid and how to change it. First, check y...
A traditional hydraulic power steering system is always sapping power from the engine because the hydraulic pump is running whether you need help steering or not. Some electric power steering systems use an electric pump to pressurize hydraulic fluid while others skip the hydraulics altogether and jus...
Bleed the power steering system by raising the front of your RAV4 and supporting it with jack stands, then turning the steering wheel from the locking position on one side to the locking position on the other side several times. The engine must be off as you do this. Then lower the vehi...
The fluid in the system has air in it: Bleed power steering system. The fluid level in the power steering reservoir is low: Fill fluid to proper level. The mount for the power steering pump is loose or damaged: Repair or replace power steering pump mounts as required. ...
You may have heard about the need to "bleed the air out of the brake lines" of you car. If there is an air bubble in the system, then the force applied to the first piston gets used compressing the air in the bubble rather than moving the second piston, which has a big effect on...
Pump the front brake lever in several times. The lever should feel firm a quarter to half of the way into its stroke, indicating that there is hydraulic pressure in the brake circuit. If the lever feels soft and provides a sponge-like sensation, re-bleed the front brakes, starting with ...
You may have heard about the need to "bleed the air out of the brake lines" of you car. If there is an air bubble in the system, then the force applied to the first piston gets used compressing the air in the bubble rather than moving the second piston, which has a big effect on...
When replacing brake pads, it is very important that the old fluid is removed and it is not allowed to contaminate the system. The correct procedure is to crack open the bleed valve and allow the old dirty fluid to escape to waste before inserting the new pads. Once the new pads are in...
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