power steering "grinds" low fluid?

2005 FORD F-150
54,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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JONATHONTHEFORDMAN
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my power steering "grinds" when i'm stopped, going slow, or braking. when stopped, it will turn when i rev the motor, but it is impossible to turn when it is idling and stopped.
Aug 11, 2009 at 6:54 PM
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DANNY L
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Hello, I'm Danny.

Yes, it sounds like you are having an issue with a failing fuel pump. Ford has always had issues with power steering pump issues. Just a common thing unfortunately. Here is a tutorial showing what is involved with replacing a power steering pump:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-a-power-steering-pump

I've attached picture steps below on how to replace the power steering pump on your truck. Hope this helps and thanks for using 2CarPros.
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Jan 29, 2021 at 10:53 PM
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