how to change a powersteering pump showing diagrams
 will thomson
 June 2008 |
lost use of power steering and brakes all at the same time
will thomson
June 2008 |
Its more than likely the pump "if it's leaking" or accumulator sphere (at the rear centre of the chassis cross member, behind the spare wheel carrier looking from the rear of the car) A replacement sphere is fairly cheap and not a big job to replace all be it a bit fiddly.
Over time the accumulator loses gas pressure and makes the pump work overtime (constant clicking sound) It's also responsible for the lumpy brake feel when coming to a halt. I've replaced two over 110,000 miles and every time the brakes, suspension and power steering feel like brand new again for another 60,000 mile or so.
Don't forget to start the engine and set the suspension to High setting before checking the LHM fluid level.... A common mistake that a lot of Xantia owners forget to do.
Graham B
August 2007 |
more than likly as they all work of the same system,,,,,have u checked ur fluid level???
chris
April 2007 |
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