Dealer says I have a small leak. I dont see any evidence anywhere, no leakage on garage, driveway etc. He says it is a pressurized system so I assume the car has to be running for it to leak. But it is obviously running when I start it, park it, etc. Never seen anything. Dont know if this is just an attempt to jack up my bill. Other than watching the fluid level & looking for signs of leakage I dont know what else to do.
Robert, Use a strong flashlight and check from top and bottom. If you need to jack vehicle to check underneath the engine, please secure it with jack stands (don't rely on the floor jack or your vehicle's tire change jack). If you don't see evidence and have not lost any fluid then there is nothing wrong. Any visible "wetness" is acceptable as long as it is not dripping or running when engine is running. Check all your fluids and make sure it is serviced per manufacture recommendations or your owners manual. Check it again after one month, if the fluid level is fine, then the car is fine. Also place a cardboard on the floor where you park overnight and see if you have any evidence. Sometimes during oil changes, depending of filter location, droplets are common as well as from the oil pan drain plug during removal. As long as it does not elak after installation, you are fine.
SOURCE: Power steering leak
well, i have the same problem. if it is not a large leak, i would continually monitor the level and add fluid as needed(atf fluid). But ideally the hose should either be "pathched" though not advised, or replaced.
sorry that you too have this problem!
I hope that you find this helpful!
SOURCE: 1995 S420 manuals don't specify where to add power steering fluid
The power steering container is at the front of the engine on drivers (left) side. Unscrew the lid and check the level add some if low.If that don't help then replace p s pump.
SOURCE: Our 2008 S550 has a problem with the steering or
I would guess that this car is still under warranty. If it were mine I would take it to another dealer and get a second opinion.
You didn't run over the cat, did you? LOL
Have a nice day!
Bob
SOURCE: My 1992 190E(1.8) has recently been to 3 garages
I,ve had the same problem. After a while, the car would not start easily even when warm. The problem was solved by replacing faulty spark plug wires. I see you have already done this so my only advice is to check those HT leads again by measuring them.
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