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I was told that when the steering fluid becomes black and dirty it needs to be flushed and changed.I was told that when the steering fluid becomes black and dirty it needs to be flushed and changed.
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Sounds like your power steering pump is acting up. Check for steering fluid level and make sure it is at proper level. If that doesn't help or the fluid is really old, consider flushing the power steering system. It is not very difficult to do. Makes it easier if you have someone to help. There are great deal of online videos on how to flush a power steering system. If that doesn't fix your problem, then it may just be the time to replace your power steering.
I doubt Nissan has a set recommendation for either one. Generally both systems are sealed and the fluid should last for the life of the car. You could flush each system every 50k if you think there is a chance they could become contaminated.
1) Gather the materials -- Instructable step 1 - This includes tools, a new pump, fluids, etc. 2) Remove the leaking pump -- Instructable step 2 - Drain the Power Steering system -- Instructable step 3 - Remove accessories from Power Steering system -- Instructable step 4 - Remove the pulley and bolts -- Instructable step 5 - Remove power steering pump 3) Install the new pump -- Instructable step 6 - Place the new power steering pump -- Instructable step 7 - Press on the power steering pump pulley -- Instructable step 8 - Align the pulley and attach the belts -- Instructable step 9 - Flush and fill the power steering system 4) Cleanup -- Instructable step 10 - Cleanup
You'll need some tools to complete this task. Before you start, gather the necessary equipment -- you will not be able to use the car once you start the replacement! It is always a good idea to have a friend on call, or a second car available.
Equipment list:
Power Steering pump (to replace defective pump)
Two (2) quarts power steering fluid or appropriate ATF (to flush and fill). More than 2 quarts if flushing the rack is desired.
Power Steering Pulley Puller set (to remove and attach the pulley). Some auto parts stores will loan the tool sets.
Socket set.
Open end wrench set (for use with puller set).
Leverage pipe or extension bar (in case the pulley is hardened on the spindle).
Drain pan (to drain & flush power steering system).
Wheel bearing grease for sliding pulley on the pump hub.
2' wood 1x2 for assistance with aligning the pulleys. Any straight tool will work fine -- a level, metal rod, wood, whatever.
Power steering flush can't hurt. In fact flushing the power steering systems on some vehicles has solved power steering issues. Power steering fluid is one of the few fluids that is not filtered. Yet it is subject to contamination, heat cycles, shearing, and compression just like many of the other fluids in your car.
Unless there is a problem with the fuel injection system a service is not needed.
Sounds like power steering control valve is sticking.Flushing might help.The pressure line is metal and the return is usually rubber at the back of rear of pump.Use power steering fluid not atf to refill pump.
Yes ! Most power steering fluids are corrosives, that absorb moisture and eventuallyl loose their preservatives and cause foaming and eat away at seals throughout the pump and rack of the steering system. Flushing the system out as per the owner's manual recommendation helps in avoiding any expensive repairs
and inconviences with the power steering system.
flushing power steering system
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