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Vronsky 09-02-2003 06:45 AM

Power steering servo pump rattles
 
I recently noticed -at idling- a light rattling noise that appears to come from the power steering servo pump. Would like to know if this is a common failure.
Is this pump an expensive part?

Thanks!

joe p 09-02-2003 01:38 PM

Are you sure the belt shock aint rattling?



Joe

G-Benz 09-02-2003 04:52 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by joe p
Are you sure the belt shock aint rattling?

Joe

That would be my guess too. The belt tensioner shock is well hidden behind stuff like the water pump, and when the shock bushing is worn, it clanks while the engine is idling.

A $2 or $3 fix. There are some threads posted about this symptom and its cure...

Vronsky 09-03-2003 02:17 AM

THANKS lads! Will check this out..!

G-Benz 09-03-2003 10:57 AM

btw, one way to check this is to push against the belt tensioner shock while the engine is idling. If the noise stops, you've found the problem...

Vronsky 09-03-2003 02:53 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by G-Benz
btw, one way to check this is to push against the belt tensioner shock while the engine is idling. If the noise stops, you've found the problem...
You mean, stick my hand/arm there while the engine is running...:eek: :eek: ??
I'll ask my neighbour...:D

G-Benz 09-03-2003 03:59 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Vronsky
You mean, stick my hand/arm there while the engine is running...:eek: :eek: ??
I'll ask my neighbour...:D

Yes of course...silly of me! :rolleyes:

Use a blunt tool like a flat-bladed screwdriver...


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