03 EX v6 Power Steering Rack Leak . . .
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03 EX v6 Power Steering Rack Leak . . .
I just got back from the dealer, and he said that the P/S rack on my 2003 Accord EX v6 was leaking. He showed me the fluid under the car on the boot (cover) under the drivers side, and recommended that I replace the P/S rack. $1500!!
I am more inclined to just top off the PS fluid from time to time instead of pouring so much money into it at this point.
Is this a safe thing to do? Could other problems arise from this leak?
There is no PS fluid on my garage floor. The mechanic/advisor told me that it probably only leaks when I'm turning. I wasn't sure if I trusted him.
Any advice would be greatly appreaciaed.
Thanks!
I am more inclined to just top off the PS fluid from time to time instead of pouring so much money into it at this point.
Is this a safe thing to do? Could other problems arise from this leak?
There is no PS fluid on my garage floor. The mechanic/advisor told me that it probably only leaks when I'm turning. I wasn't sure if I trusted him.
Any advice would be greatly appreaciaed.
Thanks!
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RE: 03 EX v6 Power Steering Rack Leak . . .
the racks prolly leaking a little. your rack can still be usable for a long time with a leak. i dont like leaks, and they are not allowed on my car but if you dont care about the car as much then there is no need to replace it.
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RE: 03 EX v6 Power Steering Rack Leak . . .
I also don't like leaks, but i can understand how changing a rack can cost that much, lots of labor goes into it. If you think that the mechanic is a little shady, get the car on jacks and wipe everything down and top off the PS reservoir. Drive around for a week or so and check both the PS reservoir and the rack for leaks. If there is a leak, it will be back after you wipe it off. It is possible that the mechanic walked over with a spray bottle and created a leak.
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RE: 03 EX v6 Power Steering Rack Leak . . .
how many miles ?? 03 is still under warranty if less than 36k.. and even if you have more.. it should not leak at such low miles,,, I would talk to the Honda distyrict manager get the phone # from the dealer and ask that they should fix it for free ..
Also 1500 dollars sounds way too much money.. You can get a reman p/s rack for around 450-500 dollars, .. labor, fluid, alignment.. total bill should be no more than aroung 800-900 dollars ....But again try to get honda to do it for vfree or at least pay a big portion of it..
Also 1500 dollars sounds way too much money.. You can get a reman p/s rack for around 450-500 dollars, .. labor, fluid, alignment.. total bill should be no more than aroung 800-900 dollars ....But again try to get honda to do it for vfree or at least pay a big portion of it..
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RE: 03 EX v6 Power Steering Rack Leak . . .
If the rack is really $500, then it shouldn't take 10 hours to replace it. I didn't know how much a new rack from Honda actually costs but make sure its leaking yourself before you write any checks.
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RE: 03 EX v6 Power Steering Rack Leak . . .
Yes that price is too much for that rack..
you can get one from AUTOZONE for $315.00 plus the $80.00 core which you get back when you bring back your old one.
The rack even has a Lifetime Warranty...this is where I would purchase it!
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you can get one from AUTOZONE for $315.00 plus the $80.00 core which you get back when you bring back your old one.
The rack even has a Lifetime Warranty...this is where I would purchase it!
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