power steering resivoir
01-01-2003, 09:06 PM
Racer
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power steering resivoir
has anyone ever opened up the power steering resevoir to find out what exactly is inside?
thanks!
01-01-2003, 09:45 PM
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I haven't but I understand there's supposed to be a filter of some sort in there.
01-01-2003, 09:51 PM
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my pump is making noise when i turn the wheels and i was wondering if the filter inside can plug up?
01-01-2003, 10:01 PM
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The filter can clog up but I would first change the fluid and check the drive belt.
You can get a new reservoir sort of cheap as Bimmer uses the same one in many of their cars.
01-02-2003, 12:31 AM
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i found a new resivoir at thepartsbin.com for only $23.22. good prices there.