Where is the power steering reservoir on a Golf GTI?
The power steering reservoir (red arrow) is located in the front right side of the engine compartment between the coolant overflow reservoir and the windshield washer reservoir. There are tow lines connected to the reservoir; the supply line, or to the pump line (yellow arrow) and the return line (green arrow).
Where are the nuts on a golf steering pump?
There is one 13mm bolt (red arrow) on the rear of the pump. You will need to remove the three 10mm nuts on the secondary air pump (yellow arrow) to move the pump and give you enough clearance to remove the power steering pump to bracket bolt. Please see our article on secondary air pump replacement if you need help with this procedure.
What do I need to remove power steering pump?
After removing the V-belt you will need to use a 6mm Allen and remove the three bolts (red arrows) holding the pulley on. Some people like to loosen the pulley bolts before they remove the belt. With the pulley removed you will need to remove the two 13mm bolts (red arrows) on the front of the pump.
What kind of power steering hose do I Need?
Hose Kit, Power Steering, Braided Stainless Steel Hose, Fittings, Kit Power Steering Hose, Return, Low-pressure, Rubber, Black, 39 in. Length, AMC, Buick, Cadillac, Chevy, Each Power steering hardline, Stainless steel, Fits GM type II pump with 16mmx1.5 threads.Adapts to -6 male AN
Where is the power steering pump located on a Volkswagen Golf?
The power steering reservoir (red arrow) is located in the front right side of the engine compartment between the coolant overflow reservoir and the windshield washer reservoir.
Can a broken power steering shaft cause a leak?
If you can slide the pulley out of the power steering pump, the shaft is broken. You will have to replace the power steering pump. The power steering fluid reservoirs are also known to crack and leak. If your reservoir is leaking a low fluid level can lead to a noisy pump.