leaking steering rack gasket

2006 DODGE CARAVAN
6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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HOLLYBEAR
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could and accident cause a steering rack gasket to leak if my vehicle was hit on drivers side front tire
May 17, 2011 at 11:19 AM
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DOCFIXIT
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Yes it could drive tie rods into rack and damage seal and bushing
May 17, 2011 at 11:23 AM
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HOLLYBEAR
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thank you so much!
May 17, 2011 at 11:25 AM
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