Power Steering

[stevepage3]

Ok I have a problem with my power steering on my disco 1.

When I turn left the steering seems to be very notchy easy, then hard then easy ( if that makes sense ).

My question

A. Any ideas, what might be causing this, and what is the solution.

B. how do I test that the power steering pump is working properly.

Any thoughts much appreciated.

Steve

[needbeer]

i had the same prob with mine a few months ago i think it got air in the system when i took it off road hit a few bumps and its been fine since

[Evilgoat]

Seen this on other cars. As needbeer said, its probobly air.

Check your fluid level, if its low it can draw air in. Top it up if needed then check all your hoses for leaks etc. I would imagine there is a bleeding procedure for it someplace.

[beast5680]

also check the steering shaft uj,s

[suggs]

as above sounds like a UJ, had it myself

[chris9119]

Check your pump first. On top of the steering box you will find a bleed nipple......, place hose on to nipple (after cracking a bit) and extend hose to steering reservoir (keeping clear of fan).

Start engine. If pumps ok, it will pump over into reservoir....., it will also self bleed pipes so have some fluid to top up with.

I cant see how a faulty UJ would cause the steering to be easy/notchy??

Chris

[stevepage3]

Thanks for the great advice guys

Will give it a go at the weekend as see what happens

Steve

[beast5680]

I cant see how a faulty UJ would cause the steering to be easy/notchy??

Chris

if the uj is partially seized it will give the symptoms described in some instances, we see it all the time on pto shafts and drive shafts on farm equipment

[Pete]

As said. It's probably a UJ. They tend to stick if they are exposed to dirt or water.

 Mine failed test on this last year.

 Remove shaft, plenty of penetrating oil on UJs, then work through full travel for a while, that should free them off.

 I now give them a healthy dose of Duck Oil after every trip through water, no problems since.

 Pete