Scotty Kilmer, mechanic for the last 46 years, shows how you can replace your own leaking power steering hose. And, If you like my car help, be sure to watch…
Scotty Kilmer, mechanic for the last 46 years, shows how you can replace your own leaking power steering hose. And, If you like my car help, be sure to watch…
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Hello Scotty I’m a huge fan. Last year I had my power steering high
pressure hose replaced. Now my mechanic said I need to replace my power
steering suction hose (experienced burning/smoke coming through the vents a
day ago). I drive a 2000 nissan maxima and would like to give this a shot.
Is this something I can DIY my self. Is it the same concept as this video.
Thanks. Scotty. And sidebar..I have the infamous security light issue
(passlock) with my 02 base Impala. When I bought it, it had a locksmiths
key, not the factory one. Could that be an issue?
Hey thanks for your videos they help alot. But i do have one question.. my
02 hyaundi sonta power steering is very loud. The fluids never been changed
but also the fluids never go down in the resivor. So i dont think there is
a leak. Do you think maybe the fluids arnt reaching the pump so thats why
its loud? Or do you think its the pump itself. Thanks
love the vids they’ve helped me replace a few parts on oth my 04 jeep and
my wifes 01 toyota
i was hoping for your opinion tho i just replaced my leaky high pressure
power steering hose on my jeep but its still kinda groaning no were near as
loud as before tho is it possibly just air in the system or do you think
the pump also need replaced (i drove it about 5 miles before knowing that
the ps reservoir was bone dry and and found out i had a leaky hose upon
refilling it)
I lost power steering in my 04 Dodge Neon the other day, no noises, just
completely stopped functioning. Checked the resivior and it’s still full,
and the engine idles high now too. Is it safe to say it’s busted? And is
driving it as-is damaging in any way? (It’s a pain, but I have the strength
to drive it still)
heres a good one– off topic— when driving down a steep mountain is it ok
to slip my nissan sentra, buick or whatever in neutral and drift, saving
gas—- or will it damage the automatic transmission when i put it back in
the drive position…remember im traveling at 50 60 miles per hour when im
taking it in and out of gear. thanks -keep up the good vids.
Hi scotty, hope you’re doin fine, thanks for your videos! I got a Honda
civic 2008 with 90 miles on it,, today ive done the change oil & engine
flush, then the mechanic told me that there is a leak coming from power
steering pump/hose (not sure where it was) but more likely on the steering
pump, since the shop is only for change oil services they could not
determine where exactly the leak coming from, if the power steering pump is
damage how much it would cost? and how long it would be change? thanks in
advance.
Hey scotty, i inherited a 1998 lexus es300 that has massive leaks all over
it. High pressure line, rear and main seals, radiator were leaking my
friend said. And noise on the engine which could be the tensioner he also
said. My mechanic replaced the timing belt, water pump, tensioner and the
front seal. The power steering hose was also replaced. Leak stopped he said
and after driving it for few hours, there was a little leak. Next day, it
was making a noise and when i turned the wheel it made a weird noise. I
looked atvthe ps reservoir and it was almost empty. Refilled it and few
hours of use empty again BUT the leak is only 2 inches big. What causes the
problem? And by the way, the engine noise is still there even timing belt
kit was replaced. Pls help!
Hey Scotty, I just bought a 2006 Toyota Corolla and the power steering
fluid looks pretty dirty and old in the reservoir it’s done 280,000km.
Where do I drain it so I can put new oil in? Since there’s no filter should
I wash it out with new oil then change it again, it would make me feel
better.
your videos are a huge help
can’t thank you enough
Thanks Scotty! this video was really helpful for a first timer dealing
with this issue.
Hi Scotty,
Plz guide me to a reference to install power steering return hose, 1992
bmw 525i.
many tnx
Hi Scotty! My car is leaking and I am assuming it is due to my steering
wheel. It makes a weird noise and is hard to maneuver. Would this process
also work for a 1999 Audi A6?
Well i replaced a power steering hose on my 92 camaro and it still leaks,
then watched this video as your my go to guide, heard that u said “power
steering hoses can use up to 1500 pounds of torque” went back and tightened
that hose even more, and sure enough ur videos helped another in need
scotty, i had no idea the hose had to be so tight! thanks for all of your
wisdom!!
Hey Scotty I have a problem with my power steering its been leaking and
haven’t had the money to replace but now it’s coming to the point where
smoke is coming out could it be a bigger problem now
Hey scotty how do I change the high pressure hose on a 1999 Lincoln
Continental thats leaking A LOT ….with occasional smoke..?
wow, I just watched this. I flushed my p/s fluid few days ago cause of
groans and low level.. but i think there is a leak behind my driver side
tire, same as in this video.., saw some squirt marks on my driveway after
few 3-point turn arounds, and it needed more fluid. It’s a 99 ford taurus,
Guess i will see more after removing the wheel.
I have a 2004 Acura MDX. Can the ps hose be accessed without lowering the
subframe? Thanks for the vids, Scotty. You’re the best.
hi scotty how would i change a power steering hose on a 1992 525i bmw ??
Is this basically the same method used for replacing the power steering
return line?
That looked like Trans fluid, surely it works to a degree as the PSF
QUESTION :Flushing with brake fluid, good or bad idea?
Scotty could u do a vid of how to do a power steering fluid change/flush ?
my stuff should be clear ands it all filthy and black !!! ?
This guy is awesome. Thank you sir.
Hi Scotty, I have a 2000 Dodge Grand Caravan. Today I had a PS leak start
and.within an hour or so the reservoir was empty. I think it’s the return
line as I followed the line from the reservoir and could see it dripping on
the other end where there was a clamp. The clamp is a squeeze clamp, but
there doesn’t appear to be room to get at it. Do I need to take the
passenger front tire off to get at it, or is there an easier way to have a
look? Thanks for all you do!
Over 1500 lbs of pressure* sorry
Love it! Thanks! May 12 is my Bday! No wonder it’s an awesome video!
hahaha. Thanks. Got it.
Hello Scotty,I have 2005 Altima 2.5S. I am trying to replace the Rack n
Pinion but having hard time taking lower joint from the steering column
that goes to the rack. I remove the bottom and top screw but it is still
attack to the Rack. Any suggestion how to remove it.
Hey Scotty just changed my high oressure about 2 months back due to smoking
and a massive leak and it busted again what could be causing it?
I’d like to replace the power steering hose between the reservoir and the
cooler on my car. How do you remove the hose from the cooler? It seems to
have a metal fitting. What tool would you use? Thanks!
My power steering went out the said it was the hose so I can just purchase
one and follow the same steps correct ?
Awesome, couldn’t of made it funner to watch
hey thanks this was a big help !!!!
my new hero