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Power steering leak

Discussion in '1st Gen Tundras (2000-2006)' started by dochollanday1955, Jul 25, 2020.

  1. Jul 25, 2020 at 5:24 PM
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    dochollanday1955

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    I have a 2004 Tundra sr5, 4.7 that is leaking power steering fluid somewhere. The reservoir is low after about 30 miles. It doesn't show any leaks in the lines or pump. The only spot that seems wet is the reservoir. I am new at these modern vehicles but have worked on cars and trucks most of my life. If I can figure out where the fluid is going I can fix it myself, or at least try. Thanks for any help.
     
  2. Jul 26, 2020 at 9:06 AM
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    Try wiping the underside of the 2 hoses where they meet the rez. Mine leaked there due to the old springs not holding tightly anymore. I slipped them back and put on some Snake Clamps. There is a third one down low that needs a clamp (not in picture).

    This fixed my leaking. Make sure you wipe everything down after the Snake Clamps Install so you can keep an eye on the leak maybe coming from elsewhere.

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  3. Jul 26, 2020 at 9:26 AM
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    Thank you, I will check that. We are going out as soon as it cools down outside. My wife and I are getting too old for these upper 90s. I will let you know tonight if it works. Thanks again.
     
  4. Jul 26, 2020 at 3:21 PM
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    I changed the clamps and took it for a ride. I drove for about the same distance that it ran real low last time. This time is only down a little. I will recheck again tomorrow. It is storming here right now. Hopefully that was the problem. Thanks so much for the help. We really appreciate it.
     
  5. Jul 26, 2020 at 4:03 PM
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    Can also wrap some paper towel around each one to fix or see which one leaking
     
  6. Jul 26, 2020 at 6:22 PM
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    I will do that. Thank you. Appreciate any advice I can get.
     
  7. Aug 31, 2020 at 3:09 PM
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    Check the rack itself. Mine was leaking at the hoses, but the rack leaked, too. It's not a fun job to replace it, in case you're curious.
     
  8. Sep 1, 2020 at 1:47 PM
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    Poke a very tiny hole in each rack boot (bellow) and see if any fluid comes out.
     

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