88 16v scirocco: will i kill my power steering pump if i run it dry?

Aug 10, 2004 1 Replies

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wkearney99

If you haven't already you will soon. That fluid does double duty in providing movement assist as well as lubricating itself.

dave 22 years ago

88 16v scirocco

I have a leaking steering rack and all the fluid leaked out. i've been driving dry for the past few weeks. will i kill the PS pump if i drive dry?

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wkearney99 22 years ago

If you haven't already you will soon. That fluid does double duty in providing movement assist as well as lubricating itself.

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