vectra steering rack leaking fluid

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Wed 21 Mar 2007 18:38
vectra steering rack leaking fluid - nigelr
I have a 97 vectra that as suddenly started losing fluid out of the nearside gaiter could anyone let me know if this is repairable or does the rack need to be replaced I would be grateful for any comments on this thank`s......
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Wed 21 Mar 2007 22:19
vectra steering rack leaking fluid - Aprilia
If PS fluid is leaking out then a seal has gone and realistically the best option is a recon rack.
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Thu 22 Mar 2007 08:21
vectra steering rack leaking fluid - nigelr
Thank`s for the advice i`ll check some prices out ,is it difficult to change the rack? Thank`s....
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Thu 22 Mar 2007 12:45
vectra steering rack leaking fluid - Chris M
I don't think it's a quick job - the subframe has to be dropped.
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Thu 22 Mar 2007 13:25
vectra steering rack leaking fluid - nigelr
Thank`s chris sounds an interesting repair, nothing easy......
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