QUOTE(blo0dLuSt @ Jul 2 2011, 01:28 PM)
bro how to know the power steering pump kaput?
ask my mechanic back in kl to check the car. confirmed power steering problem. thanks to the half cut engine, my mechanic managed to find a replacement below 280 bucks with labour.
btw, mine was of gsr which had plenty in half cut shop.
1. steering (turning) very stiff even when the engine is started - sign of power steering need flushing ( fluid is same grade with atf sp3).
2. louder than usual 'shhhh' shhh' sound when turning the steering with frequent top up of power steering fluid - sign of steering pump leaking somewhere else. can be saved with oil seal kit which cost around 40 bucks.
3. loud whirling sound from the power steering pump area when starting the engine ; with steering very stiff during operation - steering pump is gone (bearing problem). need a new replacement. cost more than 400 original proton.
pojam@
belting noise can be settled either with proper lubrication or adjusting the tension rate. unless its end of lifespan.
steering should be light even when the car is stationary with the engine turn on.
if the engine is turn on and the steering still feel heavy, its about time to do flushing.