I did just look in the top of the power steering fluid reservoir and I didn't notice anything unusual, but I don't think I would be able to see anything there anyway in terms of contamination etc. Low steering fluid is likely the result of a leak in your power steering pump. This noise will be most evident when turning the wheel while the brakes are being applied. Well, that was November 2009. Here's just a little more followup. If the shaft breaks internally, it may slide out and actually bang into the frame rail, causing a noise similar to what you describe.
The contact owns a 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. That makes me a little more uncomfortable with what they were telling me because I specifically asked them if the pressure hose needs to be replaced or if that is just something that is done when the pump is replaced. This is a follow-up question. I have since traded in the vehicle and no longer own it. The power-steering pump is what allows you to steer your Santa Fe without much effort. Well, that was November 2009.
When it begins to fail, you may notice squealing noises or stiff steering. While better than they were several years ago, the diagnostic information in the manual will often lead you down the wrong path. Agree driving without the power assist would be harder, but safe enough to get you home. The vehicle was not repaired. At that time the car was still under guaranty so they serviced it and changed the power steering pump, hose and fluid.
They also said that when replacing the pump the pressure hose always gets replaced at the same time. The vehicle was towed to the contacts residence. The bolt didn't come loose, the actual subframe tore apart and the steering rack was just hanging there by one bolt and over time it ripped the rubber to shreds. This could have cause fatalities. I agree that it probably would be almost undriveable. AutoZone stores offer a wide selection of steering pump replacement for Santa Fe.
Well, that was November 2009. You'll be able to ask questions about your car or chat with the community and help others. They said it is about a 3 hour job to replace the pump. We very carefully drove it to the auto shop only a mile away. I cannot tell you how many computers I would have needlessly replaced had I always followed the diagnostic charts.
Particularly when turning it left and right. There isn't enough labor overlap between these to jobs to justify recommending doing them together if the line is otherwise in good condition. It's not uncommon for the mechanic to remove the reservoir or separate portions of the pressure line to allow for more room to access the timing belt area. They told us it was the same issue again, that they had to change the power steering pump. I would like some compensation for the repairs. They said my power steering line was ripped open.
The contact stated that while exiting a parking lot, the steering wheel and brakes seized as the vehicle veered to the left without warning. How hard is it to access and replace the power steering pump and hose on this vehicle? In a few cases, this has resulted in the debris throughout the fluid to drain through the screen and clog enough of it to not allow proper fluid flow. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. Then see what the new place thinks is causing the noise. An independent mechanic confirmed that the air conditioner was leaking onto the pipes, the rack and pinion, and the fuel tank cover, which has also caused them to rust.
On top of low prices, Advance Auto Parts offers 1 different trusted brands of Power Steering Pump Pulley products for the 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. Also since there is a recall on the coil springs for cars sold in the salt belt I thought this also could be a corrosion issue because the mechanic said he has never seen this before. As I drove in the water no more than 30mph the steering without warning locked up. Replacing the power-steering pump on your Hyundai Santa Fe is not a difficult job. Or you may just be struggling to keep it highway-approved. They said that both are done together when the pump is being replaced. The contact has an extended five year warranty; however, the dealer stated that they would only make repairs when the steering fails completely, which could result in a crash.
So far, it doesn't look like it is something that I could easily replace on my own. The contact has an extended five year warranty; however, the dealer stated that they would only make repairs when the steering fails completely, which could result in a crash. I'm not sure about the contamination possibility, but there is definitely no whining noise or humming. Someone suggested that it may be a good idea to have it looked at elsewhere and just say that there is a loud rattling noise without mentioning that it may be the power steering pump. I assume that they would have seen that and fixed if if that was the problem. All I said was that it needed a power steering pump, and I explained the background and the noise that it was making etc.
At this point, I have already had enough future prevention type of work done on the vehicle, so if the pressure hose replacement is a future prevention job I don't want to go ahead with that. Trouble with my current problem began at 4 years, well under 30,000 miles. But they said they are sure it is the power steering pump that is making the noise -- I asked them a couple of times about that. This happens every time I drive in any standing water. The information you provide is always excellent. Trouble with my current problem began at 4 years, well under 30,000 miles. This time, when we took it to the Hyundai dealer in nc they told us that it was the power steering pump again.