Firstly thanks for looking.

I went to look at a 1994 wrx import the other day, all looked fine apart from what i believe is a power steering fluid leak.

Can anybody tell me if this is a common problem and how big a job could it be to fix?

I am going to look at it again on saturday and if the problem isnt too major i will be bringing it home.

Hope you can help

Maddsy

 

As far as my very limited knowledge goes...

I have had my 95' Jap Import WRX for just over 4 years and the only problem I have had is the power steering oil leak.

I believe its the rubber washer (its a small ring) that can be replaced. With the heat, over time becomes hard and does seal very well.

I had mine replaced but the problem still persists, its not a major issue as far as I am concerned, mine is more of a very slow sludge as oppsed to an obvious leak...

Hope this helps.

 

know nothing specific about said model, but best advice is if you have any doubts walk away, pleny of nice scoobs around.

 

There wasnt a lot so it did look like it had been happening over time.

The rest of the car appears to be spot on, ill see if i can get my mechanic to come with me to have a look.

Anyone else have this problem?

Thanks for your reply Tidgy - I expect a couple of bits to be wrong and need a cheap fix ie a tenner and i can live with that, anything bigger and ill be walking home lol

Cheers

Maddsy

 

Very common problem on early scoobs.
The O-Ring may cure it may not. If it still leaks you will need the whole pump. These can be got for about £65 secondhand. You can also fit the later pump on which is better. I did that on mine and ive had no problem since. Not to bad a job for you to do or about 1 hours labour for a mechanic to do.

 

Fandabby dozey!

If thats all it is im gonna have it.

Gonna get my mechanic to check the rest just didnt want to drag him all the way there if that was gonna cost an arm and a leg!

Maddsy

 

mine leaks to (95wrx).

it was leaking when i bought it and still is! 12 months on. i must admit its more sludge than a full blown leak. and it never wants topping up either. its a common fault.

its cheep to repair i shouldnt worry to much about it.

gaz c

 

Yes, it's a common problem, it usually means a tiny pool on the
engine block just below it.

It's not a major problem, just keep your eye on the level via the dip stick
in the header.

It gets dryed out and perished due to the heat from the engine.

Rob

 

Cheers guys

I really really hope that there is nothing else wrong with it cos i have fallen in love.

What other major things do i need to look out for?

Not worried about minor stuff just things that will cost me loads to fix

Maddsy