whats leaking??
I have a 02 rhd accord and am having timing belts and water pump/seals done on Sat, also gearbox oil.
I just made sure the filler/drainer are pentrated with fluid and can see a thin film of oil all over engine brace, wishbone and drivers floorpan area. not dripping, just a film. not dripping on ground and fluids seem to be stable. PSF dropped a bit but only 50ml in 2000miles. Any ideas would be gratefully received (not too expensive please) The oil seems very light dont I think it is engine oil. The boots around the drive shafts and the steering arms seem dry but i cant get right under the car to have a close look. Anyone had this before? I intend to degrease before it goes to Honda just in case they find a whole heap of trouble. Thanks |
Whats leaking?
Just been to Bristol Honda for a service and they confirmed possible rack leak along with a few split boots and a ball joint gaiter split.
Costs? not bad for boots/gaiters fitted - but rack, whoa. BUT, technician did say they would be prepared to fit a recon unit or aftermarket one - this surprised me, he told me how much a new honda one cost (nearly more than i paid for the car) but then said they would have no worries either reconditioning mine or fitting alternative. I was ready for the old hard sell tactic, but seeing as the MOT is in March, he said keep an eye on PSF over winter - so obviously its not unroadworthy. |
Originally Posted by madadam
(Post 261926)
rack leak
he said keep an eye on PSF over winter - so obviously its not unroadworthy. it seems the cost to replace was expensive. Son's solution is to keep a bottle of PSF in trunk and check it monthly - and to keep a drip pan under the car at home. has driven it 3 years so far. |
Occasionally, PS leak sealant (Lucas in particular) will cause rack end seal leaks to stop. Meanwhile PS fluids is cheap, so unless UK motor permit rules don't allow leaks, living w/ the leak will be the low cost solution.
good luck |
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