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Power Steering Help Please

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by george3, Apr 29, 2017.

  1. Apr 29, 2017 at 7:32 AM
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    My power steering is hard - fluid tank is full - any thoughts or links appreciated - yes I am doing a search but if anyone can help speed things up for me that would be great - 2008 2.7
     
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  2. Apr 29, 2017 at 8:31 AM
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    Slipping belt, any belt squeak? Bad pump, very low tire pressure, very low idle. Does it get better when you rev engine? If so most likely bad pump. Try flushing system and refill with some Lucas power steering restore, I have seen it work wonders.
     
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  3. Apr 29, 2017 at 5:17 PM
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    Maybe check your steering intermediate shaft, the universal joints might be rusted solid.
     
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  4. Apr 30, 2017 at 2:32 PM
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  6. Apr 30, 2017 at 5:43 PM
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    Call your wallet!

    I just live without pwr steering...
     
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  7. Apr 30, 2017 at 5:44 PM
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    honestly a drain & fill helped out allot too
     
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  8. May 1, 2017 at 4:03 PM
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  9. May 1, 2017 at 5:30 PM
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    I would still replace that intermediate shaft, spraying it with oil is only a temporary fix. In other words it could lock up while you're driving and cause an accident. I have never replaced one on a Tacoma so off the top of my head I can't tell you how hard it is to change or how to do it. On the F150 I replaced one on it was really easy. Two bolts, compress the shaft and remove.
     
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  10. May 1, 2017 at 10:47 PM
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    See these pages:

    Steering components:
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    Steering Disassembly:
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    One word of caution: Before you remove the intermediate shaft tie the steering wheel in place and do not move it. If it gets spun while disconnected you will break the spiral cable for the airbag, horn and steering wheel radio controls etc...
     
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    Thanks for the CAUTION and the links - read somewhere about securing the steering wheel but I did not know why.
     
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  12. May 2, 2017 at 3:55 AM
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    I'm sure U R correct I just have to get motivated to spend $175-$200 and the energy to remove and replace. Thanks for your input - very helpful
     
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  13. May 2, 2017 at 7:33 PM
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    Glad to help.
     
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  14. May 2, 2017 at 11:16 PM
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    I do have another question if you don't mind - do I have to take the whole steering column apart or can I just unbolt it and slide it up and out - I've read both ways from - thanks for any reply.
     
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  15. May 3, 2017 at 2:10 AM
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    To replace the intermediate Shaft # 2 you would not need to disassemble the entire steering column.

    Tie off the steering wheel so that it doesn't get spun and break the spiral cable.

    Make Match Marks on all of the joints to make sure it goes back exactly like it came out.

    Go in from the drivers side wheel well after removing the tire, truck on jack stands.

    Disconnect the steering sliding yoke by loosening the two bolts # 35 that clamp it together.

    Remove the lower clamping bolt # 35 in the image above.

    Work the top end loose, then lower end.

    Reverse the steps to reinstall the new shaft.
     
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  16. May 3, 2017 at 5:06 AM
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    I really appreciate this procedure - I feel better about ordering the part since I don't think I'd ever get around to taking the whole steering column apart. Any hint about taking the plastic wheel liner off - might make the job easier and my wheel liner is F'd up so I am going to replace it anyway. Thanks for any help.
     
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  17. May 6, 2017 at 7:03 AM
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    Not sure but I think it is held in by plastic rivets that will just pop out. You should be able to get replacements at an auto parts store if any break.
     
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