leaking power steering fluid in 99 clk320 - PeachParts Mercedes-Benz Forum

richard28 · #1 07-31-2006, 11:52 AM

Have a constant leak - The reservoir empties and I have to replenish almost every two weeks. Any suggestions? I had a similar leak in the 98 ml320 (same engine), but it has not returned after one top0ff. Thanks.

Kestas · #2 07-31-2006, 11:55 AM

Any drippage from the car when you park it overnight?

You're gonna have to crawl under the car to find the leak.

richard28 · #3 07-31-2006, 12:05 PM

Yes, black spots dripping down under the front of the car.

Kestas · #4 07-31-2006, 01:57 PM

Under which component are the drips?

richard28 · #5 07-31-2006, 02:00 PM

I check again, but I believe appx under the p/s reservoir.

Kestas · #6 07-31-2006, 05:28 PM

It sounds like it's the power steering pump. They sell rebuild kits for the pump.

richard28 · #7 08-01-2006, 05:41 PM

Thanks. Sounds like installation is not an easy DIY job?

Kestas · #8 08-01-2006, 09:58 PM

I haven't done it yet myself. The rebuild kit is considerably cheaper than buying a new or rebuilt pump. You can buy either by clicking on BUY PARTS on top of this page. I don't know how difficult this job is, or whether the rebuild requires any special tools or techniques. Try searching the archives. I know this job has been discussed before.