Oil leak in power steering system

Oil seals must work continuously under the pressure of temperature and pressure, so
there will be signs of corrosion and fracture after a long time of use. Power steering
oil in cracks can leak out. In addition, in some cases, the power steering can be
damaged because the steering fluid is not filtered before it is pumped into the system.
Power steering fluid is usually pink, red or clear and can turn black or brown when
contaminated.
Leakage of power steering fluid reduces the optimal flexibility of the system, making
it difficult to change the car's steering direction. It can take more effort and time for
the driver to steer from a straight line to a corner.

Signs of oil leak in the power steering system

Oil level in the reservoir drops: Changing oil pressure is indicated by a glowing
light on the control panel. When you notice a sudden drop in oil level, this is most
likely a sign of oil leakage in the steering system, users should take the car to check
and fix the problem.
The smell of power steering fluid: Leaking oil will have an odor similar to that of
burned sponge candy and can be clearly discernible when standing near the vehicle.
The steering wheel is heavier than usual: Users should check the oil tank when
operating a heavier-than-usual steering wheel. Driving and shifting becomes difficult,
takes time and effort.
The steering system makes noise: During slow travel, if you notice that the power
steering makes a noise, this may be one of the signs that the oil level in the tank is
decreasing.
The steering wheel jerks or vibrates slightly: The steering wheel suddenly jerks or
vibrates slightly when the user turns from one direction to another, especially during
slow movement, which is a sign that the oil tank is leaking.
Difficulty turning the steering wheel: The power steering system without oil will
work less efficiently, making it harder for the driver to turn the steering wheel than
usual. The user should check the condition of the oil pump or pipeline for wear.
Oil stains or stains under the car: Drivers should check the oil tank as soon as they
see oil stains under the parking spot. Leaking oil seal can be the main cause of this
condition.
There is an annoying sound under the steering wheel: When there is a hissing
sound under the steering wheel, the user should check the power steering oil level. In
case there is an “e, e” sound under the car, it is likely that the steering wheel is worn
and the oil level is too low.
Slow return of steering: The steering wheel moves slowly due to pressure drop and
low oil in the tank. In addition, if the ring in the steering wheel is not sealed, the oil
will spill into the adjacent compartments leading to delayed return of the steering
wheel.

How to fix oil leak in power steering system

Step 1: Park the car on a flat surface and use the hydraulic jack
Drivers should park the vehicle on a flat platform, raise the vehicle with a boom for
safety, and have enough working space under the vehicle. During the implementation,
the driver needs to block the wheels to avoid the car drifting.

Step 2: Locate the booster pump and tighten the oil pipe bolts
Users need to determine the correct position of the power steering pump when
checking for oil in the power steering system. Accordingly, the vibrations when the
vehicle is moving can cause the bolt to catch the oil pipe to loosen, leading to oil
leakage, the repairman only needs to tighten this detail with a wrench.

Step 3: Check and replace the broken pipe if necessary:

The oil pipes from the tank to the pump and the steering wheel can be torn or
cracked, leading to a leak of power steering fluid. At this time, the car owner should
change the new pipes; At the same time, pay attention to pre-flush the remaining oil
in the pipe before replacing it with a new one.
Step 4: Check and replace the oil tank if necessary
The old oil tank can crack and leak oil causing the oil level in the tank to drop
rapidly. Users now need to change the new oil tank quickly to overcome the
phenomenon of oil leakage that affects the steering process.

Step 5: Check and replace the steering wheel if necessary

Damaged seals near the steering column also cause the gauge oil to leak. The
repairman needs to remove the steering wheel to change the seal. However, the entire
steering wheel must be completely replaced if the racks are damaged.

Step 6: Fill new oil

After checking and replacing the details that cause oil leakage in the power steering
system, the user proceeds to fill the tank with new oil, start the car and steer to create
pressure to push the bubbles. gas out of the oil.