Hello Everyone, I own a '89 Chrysler New Yorker with a 3.0. I had a slow leak that I was unable to find. Needed PS fluid every time I used the vehicle. Yet, I saw no leaks. Suddenly, as I was driving, I hear something burst and a small fire started. I doused the fire and noticed that something had popped and spewed PS fluid onto the exhaust manifold. Well, I checked out the system and noticed that the PS pump bearing had become damaged to a point that the pulley had lots of side to side play. Also, noticing that the PS hoses were pretty corroded, I replaced all three items. This after calling around and being quoted $325 - 400.00 for labor.
I finally completed the work, but now, I have another problem. As soon as I poured some fluid into the PS pump and went to start the vehicle, I noticed a leak. The leak is coming from a split boot on the right side of the rack and pimion assembly where it connects to the rack.
So, after this lengthy explanation, I am wondering if anyone can tell me if fluid is suppose to travel through the boots of the rack and pinion assemble or if the unit is defective. If defective, can it be replaired with a new boot or is replacement of the rack unit necessary???
HELP!!
Thank you in advance.
Jesse