[Antarctica]

Hey all, to start off, my power steering pump used to make a whining noise every time I started my car, so I followed the DIY for replacing the power steering pump o-ring (http://www.driveaccord.net/forums/showthread.php?t=42915). That shut up the whining noise for a while until a couple days ago. I don't know if it has to do with the temperature here being in the high 20s and mid 30s or if I put on the o-ring wrong, but the whining and groaning noise has come back, and this time it doesn't go away like it used to when the engine is warm.

So, do any of you have a solution to this problem? I'm going to replace my drive belt tomorrow with the Goodyear Gatorback, so maybe I can fix this power steering noise while I'm under the hood. I'm thinking somehow when I replaced the old o-ring, maybe I put the new one in wrong. I'm not too sure. Anyway, any help would be appreciated. Thanks.

 

[Drew03Accord]

Hey all, to start off, my power steering pump used to make a whining noise every time I started my car, so I followed the DIY for replacing the power steering pump o-ring (http://www.driveaccord.net/forums/showthread.php?t=42915). That shut up the whining noise for a while until a couple days ago. I don't know if it has to do with the temperature here being in the high 20s and mid 30s or if I put on the o-ring wrong, but the whining and groaning noise has come back, and this time it doesn't go away like it used to when the engine is warm.

So, do any of you have a solution to this problem? I'm going to replace my drive belt tomorrow with the Goodyear Gatorback, so maybe I can fix this power steering noise while I'm under the hood. I'm thinking somehow when I replaced the old o-ring, maybe I put the new one in wrong. I'm not too sure. Anyway, any help would be appreciated. Thanks.

Maybe the pump is bad and you need a new pump.

 

[Cholung]

how old is the fluid?? try flushing out the pump with fresh fluid then changing it again to clean out any debris. if it still occurs you may need a pump

 

[Ilovemy06VtecV6]

Hey all, to start off, my power steering pump used to make a whining noise every time I started my car, so I followed the DIY for replacing the power steering pump o-ring (http://www.driveaccord.net/forums/showthread.php?t=42915). That shut up the whining noise for a while until a couple days ago. I don't know if it has to do with the temperature here being in the high 20s and mid 30s or if I put on the o-ring wrong, but the whining and groaning noise has come back, and this time it doesn't go away like it used to when the engine is warm.

So, do any of you have a solution to this problem? I'm going to replace my drive belt tomorrow with the Goodyear Gatorback, so maybe I can fix this power steering noise while I'm under the hood. I'm thinking somehow when I replaced the old o-ring, maybe I put the new one in wrong. I'm not too sure. Anyway, any help would be appreciated. Thanks.

Wait till you feeeeel how buttery smooth your steering will be after you replace the PS pump and drive belt. I was like you, I would have normally not replaced anything early to protect and keep the total cost of ownership(TCO) low to justify a Honda even more. I replaced the drive belt almost by accident because the power steering hoses broke on separate days and the 2nd time, PS fluid spilled on the drivebelt thus prompting replacement prematurely. But after seeing hos smooth, easy and literally effortless it is to turn the steering wheel, replacing the pump *and* drivebelt is something I would do early because the benefits are so great. Trust

 

[Antarctica]

Alright guys. I added some power steering fluid while I was at the gas station earlier and that shut up the problem. My car has approximately 91,000 miles, and maybe a new pump would help, but I'm going to try some other things right now like replacing my drive belt tomorrow. As far as the flush goes, how do I properly go about that? As a last resort, I'll go and replace the pump.

 

[CarlR33]

Alright guys. I added some power steering fluid while I was at the gas station earlier and that shut up the problem. My car has approximately 91,000 miles, and maybe a new pump would help, but I'm going to try some other things right now like replacing my drive belt tomorrow. As far as the flush goes, how do I properly go about that? As a last resort, I'll go and replace the pump.

Take something to pull out the old fluid out (**** out) of the pump like a turkey baster. Add new fluid back in and run for a few weeks and repeat process. I had to repeat the process because the dirty fluid that remains in the steering rack and needs circulated through the system.

 

[Antarctica]

Take something to pull out the old fluid out (**** out) of the pump like a turkey baster. Add new fluid back in and run for a few weeks and repeat process. I had to repeat the process because the dirty fluid that remains in the steering rack and needs circulated through the system.

Okay, I get it. Drain and refill, and then drain and refill again a couple weeks later. Easy enough.

I'm gonna do some other maintenance later today, but damn it's so cold outside! I hope it warms up later today.

 

[03LXV6]

If you had to add fluid and the noise stopped that means the fluid was low. You might have a leak in the system. When you changed the o-ring did you top off the fluid? Check the fluid in a week to see if the level changed.

The pump could be leaking at the seals or it could also be a line.

 

[Antarctica]

If you had to add fluid and the noise stopped that means the fluid was low. You might have a leak in the system. When you changed the o-ring did you top off the fluid? Check the fluid in a week to see if the level changed.

The pump could be leaking at the seals or it could also be a line.

You're right. I checked my fluid and it's apparently leaking. I looked under the car and found power steering fluid along my frame on the passenger side. The lines are fine around the reservoir and low pressure side. I did notice some fluid around the metal high pressure line where it comes out of the pump, but I don't think there's enough fluid there to actually cause the leak I'm looking for. I hope it's an easy fix. And you know what? I didn't have this problem until I replaced the o-ring. I don't know if this is coincidental though.

 

[03LXV6]

You wont notice a leak by looking at the hose. When the wheel is being turned that's when there is pressure and you will notice a leak.

 

[Antarctica]

So I did my oil change today and noticed power steering fluid around and near a rubber boot that's connected to the front axle. The line connected to the boot is metal, and I'm thinking it's a high pressure line. I'm hoping it's just a gasket or something rubber that's easy to replace and not the whole metal line.

 

[mx3_ryder]

My power steering hose just blew yesterday om my 06 EX V6 and had a local shop patch it with a new line and a couple compression fittings and know I'm getting the constant whine from the pump when turning and idle. Also can hear it inside the cabin on pass side and also seems to be sending a vibration through floor, car is just not smooth like it should be. Fluid level is at full mark, What do you guys think?

 

[NightFire]

You need an OEM Honda high pressure hose. The oem one one has a little valve inside of it. You can check the O-Ring on the inlet hose, but if your problem is like mine this wont do anything.

I speak from experience, I had a hose fitted like this and I had the same exact problem. Get an OEM hose before you mess up your pump.

 

[BLCKFLSH]

There is a recall on the high pressure hose, on V6 Accords. Any Honda dealership will change that hose for you free of charge. Click on the "Sticky" at the top of the page for more details. Get the hose changed as soon as possible. Here's the link.....http://www.driveaccord.net/forums/showthread.php?t=75259

 

[mx3_ryder]

Thanks for the prompt replies!! I am going to have the hose recall service work done by the Honda dealer. Wondering if a 50 mile trip is going to ruin my pump by the time I get there to have the work performed?

 

[NightFire]

Probably not. Just get it done asap.

 

[BLCKFLSH]

If that is the nearest dealership, mention that to them. They may be able to approve the repair be done by a local shop in this circumstance. The recall hose is a special new design, so you would need that hose IMO. Good luck

 

[mx3_ryder]

Sounds like the noise is actually coming from the rack maybe cause a lack of fluid cause of the rigged hose. Is it still ok to make the trip?

 

[NightFire]

if the fluid is low, top if off until its acceptable.

 

[mx3_ryder]

Fluid is full, I don't have anymore leaks, just the noise when idle and turning. Seems I also don't have full power steering either. How the heck do I get rid of the smell coming through my heater vents from the oil that leaked everywhere?