Greetings,
The power steering quit working on my '97 850 sedan. I can fill up the fluid tank, and it will work fine for a day or two, but then quit, and all the fluid is gone. Where do I look for the problem?

Thanks in advance,
Stuart

Assuming the steering rack is bad, how hard is it to replace? It appears I can get a rebuilt steering rack for under $300.00. I am somewhat mechanically inclined, as I have replaced a drive axle, timing belt, and I do my own maintenance. I don't have a nice shop to work in, but I do have a covered area to keep out of the rain. Any replacement help or advice would be appreciated.

Thanks,
Stuart

If you can do an axle, you can do a steering rack. I think an alighment would be required afterwards, not sure.

Klaus
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(V♂LV♂s 1975 164, 1995 854T, 1998 V70R)

You definitely have a leak somewhere. Warm up your engine and leave it in one spot...turn your steering wheel from side to side several times and then get out and see if you see a leak under your car.
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1998 S70 T5 Emarald Green Metallic, 2004 V70 2.5T Ruby Red, Previous Owner of Black '94 850 Turbo Wagon. My cars have been running so well lately they've got me worried.

Probably th elower rack. Not unheard of at all.

Yep...isn't there a rubber boot over the end of it that can be replaced? If not then a new steering rack.
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1998 S70 T5 Emarald Green Metallic, 2004 V70 2.5T Ruby Red, Previous Owner of Black '94 850 Turbo Wagon. My cars have been running so well lately they've got me worried.