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Power Steering Issue?

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by gigar1972, Feb 26, 2025.

  1. Feb 26, 2025 at 9:38 AM
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    gigar1972

    gigar1972 [OP] New Member

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    Hello 2nd Gen Tacoma owners! Anyone ever had an issue where the power steering sounds rough, but the fluid levels are normal? It is gradually getting worse, and concerned if I don't look into this soon, it will damage the pump. Any suggestions would be very much appreciated!
     
  2. Feb 26, 2025 at 9:42 AM
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    Hopehik

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    My power steering started making sounds on me a month or so ago, noticed fluid level was down maybe 1/2 pint at most. I added fluid and I'm waiting to see if it's as leak or pump seal issue etc. 13 TRD sport with 175k.
     
  3. Feb 26, 2025 at 10:04 AM
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    gigar1972

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    Thanks for the response! My power steering fluid level is normal. That is why I am concerned. No leak here however.
     
  4. Feb 26, 2025 at 10:07 AM
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    gigar1972

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    Oh I just saw online that it could be trapped air bubbles in the power steering fluid, and a flush is recommend. I will try that and post the results here.
     
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