Interesting Observation Re: Steering

[Martin, Gary G]

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When I did a fluid change on my S4, I found out that the hydraulic system
really pumps a LOT of fluid quickly through that reservoir. I assume the 200
is the same. So, maybe the low fluid level allows some air to get into the
system? Just a guess...

Gary Martin
91 200 TQA
94 UrS4

-----Original Message-----
From: Neil Vonhof [mailto:nhvonhof at attbi.com]
Sent: Monday, May 13, 2002 5:55 PM
To: 200q20v at audifans.com
Subject: Interesting Observation Re: Steering


the symptoms described above are gone. Totally smooth steering, no
groaning/moaning sounds (from the car guys, from the car) and no more hard
steering. I am surprised because I would assume that the system should
function
normally at any fluid level between min & max. It's surprising that 2 to 3
inches
of fluid in the reservoir would make such a profound difference in
functionality.
I guess the message here is to keep that reservoir filled to the Max. line
for
best performance.
The one question this brings up:  is this whole thing an indicator of
possible
serious failure in the near future? Any BTDT on this?
Neil Vonhof
'91 200q20v Sedan, 140,000 miles
Seattle



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