we have had the rack and pinion check some say it is ok and others say it needs to be changed. How do I know if the whining when we turn the steering wheel is not from the power steering pump? We have taken it to about five different mechanics. what can i do to make sure we dont replace something that does not need repair?My dodge caravan has a problem with the power steering?
if you have already replaced the pump and it still does this then you know its bad,one true way to test it is cut the wheels all the way and see if it has a tight spot in it when you turn the wheels,also when your driving it you,ll notice a slight pulling from it or when you go in to a turn it wont come back strait by its self,that's good way to find out,you,ll probably have to replace the pump to rule it out,good luck.EDIT you can try flushing it out but adding anything to it isn't really going to fix the problem,it may prolong it but not repair it,get another opinion from another shop and see what they say about it,good luck.My dodge caravan has a problem with the power steering?
If you have a leak and the fluid keeps running low you maybe getting air in the system, causing the whine noise. I would have the R%26amp;P flushed, but I would use the Mopar teering fluid, nothing else, also if you have a 2000 or older van, if its still avalible pick up some anti-foam agent for the transmission at the dodge dealer, It will look like a real small bottle that has clear looking fluid in it, That helps break up the air bubbles in the system. but get the leak fixed firstMy dodge caravan has a problem with the power steering?
replace the steering gear make sure it has a steering cooler and replace the reservoir.My dodge caravan has a problem with the power steering?
Hate to say it but you shouldve dodged when buying american....
