hi, 2004 Tl . I started the car in the morning, it was cold, and i notice there was some noise coming from the steeling wheel pump. and i also notice the fluid was flowing out from the reservore cap. but when the car is running for 15 minutes the noise went away. the noise was not from the timing belt because i had it replace. please help.

 

go to the dealer its a recall on the steering pump and hoses. they will take care of it.

 

Yep. Power steering hose recall. Take it in. Welcome to AZ

 

I'm from canada when i bought that car from the dealer, the car was shift from the state. if i bring it to the acura dealer they will sure charge me for the replacement. any suggestion

 

Dunno...sounds like a job for the cops. My car didnt come with a steeling wheel or anything of the sort. lol

 

no man i went to canada with my car from fl in sept and had work done under warranty they wont charge uu they just call the US honda HQ and make sure its legit and under warranty

 

acura usa customer care- have your VIN handy 1-800-382-2238 x5 open 6am to 5 pm pacific time m-f

 

Did someone add fluid to the power steering during the recent service?
It should be between the low and full- not at the full mark or it will rise up, as you discovered

Watch it when the engine running at idle- level should be right between the lines

 

i haven't had any problem since i got the car6 months ago, it was
-23 that day and start the engine I heard a noise from the engine close to the power steering pump and i also notice the fluid oil bubbling out from the reservore cap. now the weather is a bit warm like -3 the engine seem fine. any similer experience?

 

nope, the last time i checked, it was at the between upper and lower level.

 

did fluid actually leave the res? or while running it looks like it will... because its pumping thru the res as you watch- makes it look like boiling fluid

 

SYMPTOM
A moan or whine is heard when turning the steering wheel when the engine is cold. There may be air bubbles or foam in the power steering reservoir. The noise usually goes away when the engine warms up.

PROBABLE CAUSE
Air enters the power steering pump through the inlet joint O-ring.

CORRECTIVE ACTION
Replace the O-ring on the power steering pump inlet joint.

PARTS INFORMATION
O-ring: P/N 91345-RDA-A01

REQUIRED MATERIALS
Acura Power Steering Fluid: P/N 08206-9002 (One container repairs about 12 vehicles.)

WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
In warranty: The normal warranty applies.
Operation Number: 5121B5
Flat Rate Time: 0.3 hour
Failed Part: P/N 91345-PAA-A01
Defect Code: 07408
Symptom Code: 04201
Template ID: 07-060A
Skill Level: Repair Technician

Out of warranty: Any repair performed after warranty expiration may be eligible for goodwill consideration by the District Parts and Service Manager or your Zone Office. You must request consideration, and get a decision, before starting work.

REPAIR PROCEDURE
1. Remove the right side engine compartment cover (7 clips and 1 bolt).



2. Remove the bolt holding the inlet joint to the power steering pump housing.



3. Place a shop towel under the pump inlet.

4. Twist the inlet joint back and forth until it is loose, then carefully disconnect the joint and point the hose upward to minimize fluid loss.

5. Remove the inlet joint O-ring.

6. Apply power steering fluid to a new O-ring, and install it on the inlet joint.

7. Install the inlet joint, and torque its bolt to 11 N.m (8 lb-ft).

8. Top off the power steering fluid, if needed. Start the engine, and let it idle. Confirm that the noise is gone and that the system is operating properly.

9. Install the right side engine compartment cover.

Click here for the TSB PDF file.

Acurazine.com has a great thread on this. They even have a video of the TL displaying the symptom.

 

I did some research and i found the exact symtom above. don't know when to have time to fix it.

 

soon!!! before air gets sucked in constantly and fries the pump

 

yeah i think so thanks for all the help.....