Power steering and power brakes

Tiny
JAY T LAWLESS
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  • 2007 DODGE
  • 5.9L
  • 6 CYL
  • TURBO
  • 4WD
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This diesel engine has a problem with a growling noise when I turn wheels or step on brakes. Power brake vacuum pump and power steering pump are coupled together. Power steering reservoir is full. What can you tell me?
Tuesday, December 27th, 2016 AT 5:43 PM

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Tiny
STEVE W.
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Power steering pump noise is a common issue on a Chrysler. The solution is a new pump and fluid flush. Make sure you use ATF Plus 4 in it.
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Tuesday, December 27th, 2016 AT 8:54 PM
Tiny
KEN L
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FROM JAY

Thanks appreciate your help.
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Wednesday, December 28th, 2016 AT 9:38 AM
Tiny
JAY T LAWLESS
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Still does not explain why I get same noise when I step on brake.
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Wednesday, December 28th, 2016 AT 11:09 AM
Tiny
KEN L
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Sorry yes, the brake and steering use the same pump, here is a guide on how to flush the system.

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

Please let us know how it goes so it will help others.

Best, Ken

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Wednesday, December 28th, 2016 AT 1:01 PM
Tiny
JAY T LAWLESS
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Will give that a try when I get time. Right now preparing for a winter storm here in Fairbanks Ak
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Wednesday, December 28th, 2016 AT 7:53 PM
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KEN L
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O man, cold. You see the northern lights lately? My Dad wants to go see them.
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Wednesday, December 28th, 2016 AT 8:03 PM
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STEVE W.
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Stay warm, Winter up there gets a bit past COLD.
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Wednesday, December 28th, 2016 AT 9:55 PM

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