2002 Oldsmobile power steering fluid drains

2002 OLDSMOBILE
150,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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FAYECASEBEER
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The steering on the car is as if there is no power steering. The power steering fluid has drained several times after being filled. Mechanic suggests it may be the rack and pinion. My question is: why does the power steering fluid continue to escape if it is the rack and pinion?
Dec 8, 2007 at 11:25 AM
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2CARPRO JACK
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The rack and pinion has seals that can fail causing fluid leaks.Not an unheard of problem. Be sure to check the lines for leaks too
Dec 8, 2007 at 12:19 PM
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Yep, chances are the high side power steering hose is leaking which is the most common problem of power steering systems. Please go over these guides for more information.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-car-steering-works

and

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/power-steering-problems

Please go over these guides and get back to us.
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