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Old Jul 21, 2023 | 05:47 PM
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Hi guys, my 94 has been leaking steering fluid since I got it, I assumed it was the hoses so I replaced all 3, but it appears to be coming out the side of the box??? Is this possible?



 
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Old Jul 21, 2023 | 05:49 PM
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It appears to be on the frame side where I can’t see
 
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Old Jul 21, 2023 | 09:11 PM
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Very possible and common. You can rebuild yourself, which isn't too hard if you're comfortable with mechanical work, you can have it rebuilt by a professional, or you can buy a new from BuyAutoParts, which is just a rebuilt unit out of E. Asia - your unit may be decent quality or crap (mine was crap).
 
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Old Jul 23, 2023 | 10:52 AM
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Maybe spray it down with brake cleaner and see if you can pinpoint the leak better. There are several seals that could potentially leak, and seal kits are available. I re-built one, not too difficult and a learning experience. I followed the Workshop Manual.
 

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Old Jul 23, 2023 | 10:39 PM
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I also rebuilt my PS Pump in my D2 with great success, but there were a couple of tiny parts inside that I wasn’t aware of and that I was lucky not to lose. As said above, it’s easy to rebuild. If you’re replacing the bearing a press would be handy. (The bearing replacement isn’t necessary to repair your leak).
 
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