2002 Ford Escort power steering pump

2002 FORD ESCORT
157,620 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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JMAG1
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The power steering pump has failed and all the fluid has leaked out. Can I continue to safely drive this car without it?
Mar 24, 2010 at 2:44 AM
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BLUELIGHTNIN6
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you can drive it yes but keep in mind the steering will be much, much stiffer at slower speeds. a vehicle made without power steering is tough to steer, but a vehicle made WITH power steering and has failed is even tougher.
Mar 24, 2010 at 7:26 AM
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