Power steering pump seal. Legacy JDM
18 September 2017, 04:47 PM
#1
Power steering pump seal. Legacy JDM
There is air in the power steering system of my 2006 jdm legacy. I think the main seal/o ring has gone and I can't find a replacement. ICP can't supply a kit, ebay only shows items from USA. Local subaru main dealer says I'll have to change the whole pump. I even looked on euro car parts in desperation a drew a blank. Anyone got any suggestions?
18 September 2017, 06:47 PM
#2
Scooby Regular
Most only come as complete units now, unless you can get a re-manufactured equivalent from the US.
Have you tried bleeding the system or changing the fluid??
Have you tried bleeding the system or changing the fluid??
Power steering bleeding procedure
Fill the power steering reservoir with the proper fluid and leave the cap off. Raise the front wheels off the ground and support them. Without starting the engine, grasp one wheel and slowly turn it in until it stops. Wait a few seconds, and turn out until the wheel stops. Repeat this procedure about ten times, waiting several seconds between cycles. Top off the reservoir, replace the cap and start the engine. If noise is still present, repeat the procedure.
18 September 2017, 07:16 PM
#3
Thanks Don, you're a star. After going lock to lock in the car park the noise goes as the system gets rid of the air. But there is definitely some fluid seeping out at the top of the unit. I suspect the o ring right in the middle. But at least now I know the part number.
18 September 2017, 09:15 PM
#4
Scooby Regular
Part number for the "O"-ring marked 34488B (part group number) is either
34439AE020 or 34439FG000 depending upon which pump is fitted which would need your VIN to confirm.
34439AE020 or 34439FG000 depending upon which pump is fitted which would need your VIN to confirm.
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