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How to fix power steering rack leak

Vehicle reservoir needs to be fill every 4 months

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If the rack itself is leaking, usually fluid is coming out of the bellows, because the shaft seals are leaking. These can be resealed, but finding a shop with the ability outside an Acura dealer might be hard. Rebuilt racks are available thru Acura and aftermarket, I found 1 for $486.95. Look around you may find something more reasonable. This will require an alignment, you may have to replace 1 or both tie rod ends. Make sure your RL is in condition to do an alignment so you don't get any surprises. On a vehicle this old, if it hasn't been done, the return line hose from the reservoir to the pump should be replaced. Make sure all the hoses are inspected and good.

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SOURCE: No power steering assist after changing rack and pinion assembly

and?? finish the question does not have power steering now? bleed the system it has air in it and fill the P.S. pump reservoir. More info please.

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SOURCE: My power steering is heavy after the dealer

This does not solve your problem, but perhaps power in numbers will help. I have had 2 steering racks replaced on my 2006 TL. Acura is not claiming any defects, but the steering is extremely difficult to turn. Hardly even feels like I have power steering. I'm upset because I had to pay for the 2nd rack just 14 months after the 1st one was replaced. I expected more from the Acura brand!

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