[Master2014mwb]

Just to add that the belt on pump is 100k original but seems tight. The pump does get hot but its right next to engine. I dont think the fluid gets too hot but not entirely sure. I used the fluid recommended by Halford but have been unable to find details on the correct fluid elsewhere. Pic attached.

 

[Master2014mwb]

I've put original pipes back on in case there was an pinhole or something. Same problem. On two test drives it happened at exactly the same location after 1 mile which was when I was slowing down to a junction. So I then put the clutch in and revved hard while turning and it was back to working for a while. I guess that would point to the pump but I changed it. So the belt? I get no squealing indicating loose and it seems tight and in good nick although 100k miles and 7 years old.
Anyone help?

 

[Master2014mwb]

Thanks Ours2012 (and Moxinel). I've done all that many times now. All seems great. No juddering or anything indicating air lock until I guess it all heats up. I've even kept cap off while driving. Makes no difference. When I say it gets tight I'm talking both hands to turn tight.

 

[Master2014mwb]

Thanks for all the advice. I’ll try the mess option LvR. Then I think I’ll drain and test all pipes with the airline. I had initially thought about having introduced a blockage but when it worked sometimes had shifted my interest towards the expensive options. ie: pump and rack. Hindsight…
I’ll let everyone know.

 

[Master2014mwb]

I understand now. I’ll try testing the output line first. Thanks for that.

 

[Master2014mwb]

Thanks for all the help with this. The problem seems to have cleared or at least temporarily cleared. However during the change of either the rack or pump (prob rack!) I’ve managed to get the Airbag light to come on and the horn to stop working. I’m assuming they are connected. (Not literally but you know what I mean). Can anyone provide a wiring diagram or point me in the right direction. Horn fuse in the cab is fine and I see nothing wrong with connector under the driver seat. I spent a fair bit of time crawling under the exhaust and in both front wheel arches so if wiring or connectors in these areas it may help.
Thanks for any assistance you can give.
Barry

 

[Master2014mwb]

Thanks for that ours2012. Do you or anyone else know the route the wiring takes? I’m struggling with it. I wasn’t working anywhere near the steering wheel area. I did get a flat battery during my strip down so disconnected it and recharged. A bunch of wires were in my way in the drivers wheel arch but I’ve followed them and they all seem to be exhaust sensor wires. If someone could give me an idea of the route of the horn and airbag wires along with connectors it would be helpful. Barry