jts_01

Hi guys,

New to the forum. I was replacing my oil pan on my 03 civic lx when I noticed a leak on the steering rack right around a certain bolt. I was wondering if it can be repaired (gasket replacement of some sort?) or does the entire rack need to be replaced? The steering seems a little stiff but I don't drive the car that much so it might just be in my head. Power steering fluid level is within normal limits. Thanks in advance!

ezone

Is it a leak that drips to the ground and causes fluid loss?

IF it took 15 years to make a moist spot and a stain, I would not worry much. Clean it off and see what it looks like in the future.

RIPSAW

When my 10 year old 1994 Civic boot tore, it dumped fluid all over the place. But interestingly, the tank never dropped. I did my research on price. Both autozone and the dealer told me to replace rack. I cleaned up the torn boot and cut off the remaining pieces. Ran it a while on the stands and saw no leaks. (Not a drip) It had simple weeped the boots full in a 100K of miles. (The rack even have a small crossover pipe between them for balance) I put a new Honda boot on it and it never missed a beat. If it's not dripping, I sure would not worry about it. My 94 2 door coupe had stiff steering to. RIP's car and she never did like it. On a long trip, that stiffness got old. Dealer told me it was designed that way to give a sporty feedback???

jts_01

No leaks that I see on the ground, fluid is normal.


I appreciate the responses, I guess I will leave it alone for now.