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Re: Fix-A-Leak for power steering, Accord 93
| WooHoo2You | 29 Jan 2006 19:58 |
> Count me in on the chorus that thinks it is awfully risky. Many cars use > Dexron ATF or similar for power steering fluid, while Hondas won't [quoted text clipped - 7 lines] > to look for wetness. If the hose is wet, replacing the hose is the only > fix. Thanks Mike & Everyone , if it would not hurt my wife's car, it was worth a try. However, from what is the common opinion here, I will definitely try to repair it myself, or if I am unable to do so, get it fixed ASAP. I am a manager in a grocery store, so returning the item will not present a problem.
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| Michael Pardee | 29 Jan 2006 08:32 |
> My wife's Accord is leaking power steering fluid. I bought the Fix-A-Leak > product, I figure 4 dollars is worth a try. However, from what I [quoted text clipped - 7 lines] > > Thanks in advance for any help. Count me in on the chorus that thinks it is awfully risky. Many cars use Dexron ATF or similar for power steering fluid, while Hondas won't tolerate it. I fear you may damage the seals in the rack and be far worse off than you are now.
In my experience unseen power steering leaks are from hoses, usually the high pressure side. Those are not going to be sealed by any additive because of the pressures. Maybe you can get a hand on the hose ends (where the hoses attach to the metal fittings) near the pump with a paper towel to look for wetness. If the hose is wet, replacing the hose is the only fix.
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| WooHoo2You | 29 Jan 2006 06:10 |
My wife's Accord is leaking power steering fluid. I bought the Fix-A-Leak product, I figure 4 dollars is worth a try. However, from what I understand, Hondas require special power steering fluid. Basically, will it hurt her car? Even if I have seen this product on store shelves for years, I could not find any information online about the company. The package states it is compatible with "most" cars.
Otherwise, the car is in near mint condition, and I had it repainted last week. It would be a shame to destroy it a Honda. (I love my Civic)
Thanks in advance for any help.
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