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Old 12-13-2014, 10:29 PM
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Air in my power steering system

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I have some bubbles/foam in my power steering reservoir and would like to know are there any instruction's on how to get the air out of my power steering system. I have a 1999 Acura tl...Thank's
Old 12-13-2014, 11:39 PM
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if this is a new problem you probably have leaking o-rings at the back of the pump
Easy Fix!!

If you are losing fluid its likely in the high pressure line, a PITA but replaceable

to burp the system after a drain and refill of ps fluid- place cardboard under the front wheels to reduce surface friction
Start car and in Park, turn the wheels full lock to lock at a normal speed-
may have to go back and forth several times to get all the air out

our DIY section will have more info
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Old 12-14-2014, 02:29 PM
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Hello 01tl4tl, I bled the system and i loosened my p/s belt. After i installed a new timing belt and drive belt i must have over tightened my p/s belt, All is well but i'll be stopping by the dealer to replace to pick up a few o-rings just in case my problem isn't completely fixed...Thank's again.
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that too tight ps belt will fry the pump bearings in short order!
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