is it possible for the rack and pinion on the steering to leak steering fluid? looked like mine was. and also anyone know if this real difficult?

 

i got da same problem on mine...dealer said i need to replace it

 

well i guess no one knows how difficult this is...but if someone does please let me know

 

i have an old jetta and it had the same issue so i bought some steering fluid with sealer in it and you just dump it in with the rest of the power steering fluid. its like five bucks at any parts store.

 

Yes it is possible and more than likely probable that your rack is leaking. It is not very easy to replace so if you are not mechanically inclined you would be better to take it to somebody.

 

well ive done oil pan gasket...my whole exhuast.....even changed a timing belt in the past...would that qualify for mechanically inclined? or enough to do this on my own? also that leak sealer stuff....i know thats not permanent but how long could that hold it off for?

 

Sounds like you know your way around so if I was you I would try it. Just be patient when you do it and make sure when you take off your tie rod ends to count the number of turns it takes to take them off so when you put them back on the new rack they will be close to what they were. Then take it in for an alignment when your done. It is really tight and takes some time to work out but it is doable.

 

my main concern is making sure the steering is lined up properly...theres no info on it in my haynes

 

Thats why you count how many turns it takes to remove the tie rod ends. The coupler for the steering wheel is master splined so you can only put it on one way. Just make sure you take it in for an alignment when you are done. Should only cost you 40-60 dollars depending on if you do a two wheel or four wheel alignment.

 

thanks