DesertOutback Posted February 9, 2015 Share Posted February 9, 2015 Did this fix to my 3.0R Outback. All fixed now. Total cost $1.50! Thanx to everyone here. Amazing what a little Googling can do. two seperate garages wanted to replace the steering pump and all the belts. IDIOTS!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MAx96 Posted February 9, 2015 Share Posted February 9, 2015 UPDATE - whining came back even after changing the o-ring on both Subys. Even though the inlet elbow looked fine, it was still allowing air to weep in past the new o-ring. I read on another board that someone used RTV to seal the surface of the inlet and it stopped the leak. So.. on both elbows, I lightly filed the flat mounting surface to verify it was not warped and allow glue to adhere, spread thin coat of RTV black around edges and let dry overnight. Reassembled next morning, everything quiet and like new after the air bled out. Again, thanks to this forum for the idea. I hope the RTV suggestion will help others with same problem. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turk56 Posted February 11, 2015 Share Posted February 11, 2015 (edited) Thanks for the great thread, guys. My 2008 is having the same issue described here, noisy and rough steering, which is way worse when the temp is below 25 degrees. The reservoir is almost overflowing after a short drive, and the fluid in the reservoir is thick and foamy. There is evidence that it has overflowed some. I am going to replace the o-ring with the provided instructions, but do not know what P/N I need. I searched the forum, google, everywhere, but could not find the right one for my car - 2008 Legacy SE 2.5i Automatic, 135000 miles. Any help for the P/N would be greatly appreciated!! Thanks in advance-- Edited February 11, 2015 by turk56 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iNVAR Posted February 11, 2015 Share Posted February 11, 2015 Probably the same as the one in the OP. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
apexi Posted February 11, 2015 Share Posted February 11, 2015 The o-ring part number for my 2009 was 34439FG000. I tried putting the o-ring into the pump as suggested a few times here, but that just didn't work for me. Every time I tried that, I would get a leak between the plastic elbow and the pump. I made sure that I was inserting the elbow into the pump perfectly straight, but it still would leak. I eventually just threw the o-ring onto the plastic elbow, stuck it into the pump, and everything seems fine. The pump still whines a little when my car is cold and I turn the wheel to the left or right a lot, but I'm still happy I did the replacement. The new o-ring was red, compared to the old o-ring which was black. That makes me think they might've improved the design from nitrile rubber to silicone rubber. I did the turkey baster PS fluid replacement over the summer, but don't think I let the new fluid circulate enough, so that's my next step in trying to quiet things down a little. I also had to replace my PS reservoir cap a few months ago since there was evidence of a small amount of fluid overflowing around the reservoir. I wish you could just replace the seal on the cap, but you have to buy a whole new cap. PS cap part number 34631AG00A. It's also not a bad idea to have a little extra PS fluid on hand when you replace the o-ring. I lost a little bit of fluid when I pulled the top hose off the pump, but maybe I did something wrong. And since I had to try to reseat the elbow/o-ring a few times, I lost even more fluid. Not much, but enough that I'm glad I had some PS fluid on hand to top off. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turk56 Posted February 18, 2015 Share Posted February 18, 2015 Ok I have the parts and am all set to go, but I couldn't get this stupid sensor off the top. Is it ok to leave it on? It doesn't seem like the elbow will come off with the sensor on. Any advice? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JayInVA Posted February 18, 2015 Share Posted February 18, 2015 You mean the white connector thingy? It's on a little metal mounting bracket that's held on by the same 10mm bold that holds the inlet elbow. Take off the 10mm bolt and you can lift off the sensor and then lift off the inlet elbow. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
planelazy Posted March 9, 2015 Share Posted March 9, 2015 Did anyone notice a leak coming from the pump (or the hose itself) prior to replacing their o-ring? I have an accumulation of some kind of fluid, either engine oil or PS fluid that is on my pump and collecting on the timing belt cover, so I'm not certain where it's originating from. AFAIK, the pump is original with 123k miles on it, so I'm going to replace the O-ring anyways, but I'm curious to see if this is a common issue with leakage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I3eXa Posted March 10, 2015 Share Posted March 10, 2015 Did anyone notice a leak coming from the pump (or the hose itself) prior to replacing their o-ring? I have an accumulation of some kind of fluid, either engine oil or PS fluid that is on my pump and collecting on the timing belt cover, so I'm not certain where it's originating from. AFAIK, the pump is original with 123k miles on it, so I'm going to replace the O-ring anyways, but I'm curious to see if this is a common issue with leakage. Think I have the same thing cause I replaced the o ring and am pretty sure the pump is still leaking somewhere. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HellShadow70 Posted March 10, 2015 Share Posted March 10, 2015 Did anyone notice a leak coming from the pump (or the hose itself) prior to replacing their o-ring? I have an accumulation of some kind of fluid, either engine oil or PS fluid that is on my pump and collecting on the timing belt cover, so I'm not certain where it's originating from. AFAIK, the pump is original with 123k miles on it, so I'm going to replace the O-ring anyways, but I'm curious to see if this is a common issue with leakage. Yes, i Had fluid on the pump and around the pump before changing the o-ring. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HellShadow70 Posted March 10, 2015 Share Posted March 10, 2015 Think I have the same thing cause I replaced the o ring and am pretty sure the pump is still leaking somewhere. check the hose that comes from the reservoir, it was lose from the metal tube. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I3eXa Posted March 11, 2015 Share Posted March 11, 2015 check the hose that comes from the reservoir, it was lose from the metal tube. gotcha....I'll check Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FJuan Posted March 11, 2015 Share Posted March 11, 2015 Indeed, those spring loaded clamps at the reservoir will fail over time. I had to replace mine with standard screw clamps My wife's balls are delicious. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
planelazy Posted March 14, 2015 Share Posted March 14, 2015 You know what, I should have thought about that. I replaced the inlet and outlet lines for my ATF filter, as well as the filter themselves, and later noticed it's a bit wet. Should have used new clamps instead of reusing the original ones. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hannya Posted March 14, 2015 Share Posted March 14, 2015 Okay So I've done the job today with my cousin. This was a Bit cumbersome due to the fact We had to stuff the outflow hose with a wrench attachment and bleed it. You can see Where the New O-Ring was placed. I later just slipped in onto the nozzle and popped it back into the pump. http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o280/leihalani/Mobile%20Uploads/20150311_135645_zpsioaetwqy.jpg After a full flush and really tensioned the belts... sad to say, my pump was deprived too long of fluids that She is standing on her last high heels... I will need a new pump very soon because lock out to lock physical, the steering shudders to the left. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fullboarcummins Posted April 6, 2015 Share Posted April 6, 2015 I just put the new o-ring in and put on a new belt. No more shudder or belt squeal. Best $13 I have spent on the car so far. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arani rey Posted April 6, 2015 Share Posted April 6, 2015 Replaced my pump that had been leaking for years from the previous owner with a used OEM pump and new o-ring from the dealer. Took a few days and a rallyx to get all the air out, but it feels amazing now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ObiWanToby Posted May 31, 2015 Share Posted May 31, 2015 Does anyone have the slider bolt part number handy? Mine broke when attempting this 'simple flush'. I feel like I break every bolt on this car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rmoore5 Posted June 1, 2015 Share Posted June 1, 2015 Does anyone have the slider bolt part number handy? Mine broke when attempting this 'simple flush'. I feel like I break every bolt on this car. Maybe this : http://parts.subaru.com/a/Subaru_2005_Legacy25L-TURBO-5MT-4WD25GTOUTBACKXT-SEDAN/_54100_6028418/POWER-STEERING-SYSTEM-FITTING/B13-346-01.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ObiWanToby Posted June 1, 2015 Share Posted June 1, 2015 Thanks! Looks like 34484A and 34405 (slide bolt and receptacle?) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rmoore5 Posted June 2, 2015 Share Posted June 2, 2015 ^^ Those are probably reference numbers, the actual part numbers can be found in the list below the diagram. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ashwinearl Posted November 24, 2015 Share Posted November 24, 2015 *sigh* I think I read somewhere to get two. Oh well, I'll go to the dealer tomorrow and get another. I hate going to my dealer's parts window. They always treat me like an idiot.. Hmmmmm. I can understand that now. I put the ring into the pump and then pushed the connector into it. Next time, I'll try putting the O-ring on the connector and then pushing it into the pump. Is there a torque setting for that 10mm bolt? I put the old O-ring (black and much thinner than this orange one) back on and it was leaking fluid till I tightened it more than I wanted to. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
apexi Posted November 24, 2015 Share Posted November 24, 2015 Don't beat yourself up, it's a tight fit. I had trouble the first time I changed the o-ring, couldn't get a leak free seal by putting the o-ring in the pump. Ended up putting it on the elbow and calling it a day, since it didn't leak that way. Still had a little PS noise, so I tried again. I bought two o-rings, since I was worried about doing what you did, since it's a tight fit and hard to see if it's going in right. Tried putting the new o-ring directly into the pump again, got a leak free seal the first try, the second time around. I didn't see a torque spec for the elbow bolt in the fsm. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quick4dr Posted November 24, 2015 Share Posted November 24, 2015 I did mine ages ago. however I found that key to a 1 time job leak free is making sure the mating areas are really clean, and the o ring being pre moistened with fluid, (like an oil filter gasket) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ashwinearl Posted November 24, 2015 Share Posted November 24, 2015 It's amazing the size difference between the new orange one and the old one that is in there. It's no wonder I pinched it the first try. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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