Peugeot 106 (1991 - 2002) - 1997 1.5 diesel power steering

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Tue 19 Aug 2008 14:15
1997 1.5 diesel power steering - scfc_151
On my partners 106 the power steering always needs a quick blip on the throttle to start it off which isnt a problem. However now its starting to stop working during journeys. It passed the MOT today but obviously it needs sorting

Is there a way of fixing these pumps (im thinking it may be an electrical problem) or should i just get a replacement?

The other thing is that its a bit lumpy during cold starts for a minute or so. Its had a full service including glow plugs and injector cleaner

cheers

Edited by Dynamic Dave on 19/08/2008 at 19:35

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Tue 19 Aug 2008 14:46
1997 1.5 1.5 diesel power steering - RichardW
A colleague took the end off the PAS pump and cleaned the accumulated carbon out on his Saxo which fixed the PAS for the rest of the time he had it. I think he had to take the pump out to do it (although he couldn't release the hoses, so ended up doing it with the pump hanging under the car), and it involves peeling back the tabs to get the end off IIRC.

The lumpy starting may well be valve clearances closed up, or it could be perished leak off hoses letting air in if it has a Lucas pump (Bosch pump + air = no start!).

Edited by RichardW on 19/08/2008 at 14:46

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