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Tech Talk Technical Discussion About The Nissan 240SX and Nissan Z Cars |
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06-04-2009, 04:10 PM | #1 |
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Powersteering pump noise when turning
I've noticed an increase in noise (grinding/shuddering kind of noise, hard to explain) when I am turning. It used to be at low speeds (parking lots), but I noticed that it happens at moderate speeds too.
Steering around corners at low speeds is often choppy, and is getting a little difficult now as well. I had HICAS, but removed the fins from the pump when I bought the car (sr20det). Is my powersteering pump on it's way out?! |
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06-04-2009, 05:17 PM | #3 |
Leaky Injector
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no leaking fluid whatsoever from my car
i can't hear my belt chirp really, i have 3" full exhaust (no cat), and I listen to music. I'll try and listen, but unless its an obvious noise, then no |
06-05-2009, 11:19 AM | #6 |
I had the same problem a while back with my s13, i noticed the factory return line going from the pump to the reservoir tends to get soft and flimsy over time (16years) and started to kink causing it to starve the power steering pump thus causing the "wine" and hard turning. try replacing that powersteering return hose and make sure you have plenty of fluid.
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06-05-2009, 09:22 PM | #8 |
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If you don't have a stethoscope to check for noise, as I'm sure most of you don't, get a long screwdriver and put it on the pump and your ear to the handle. If you hear a loud grinding type sound (like a bad bearing), your pump is done for. When you replace it, flush the system with dexron ATF. ATF is suppose to be used in the system.
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