[s-cars] Power steering pump - replacment cost

[Charlie Smith]

Earlier, jlabombard at attbi.com wrote:
>
> The slow leak that turned into a drip is now flowing
> when hot.
> Replacement cost for a rebuild unit is $440 at my local
> Audi dealer, any other reliable sources for this part?
> $440 sounds high.
>
> THANKS
> Jeff
> 95.5 S6A

First, you have to figure where it is leaking.  You may not need to
replace the pump.  Spray everything with brake disk cleaner, so that
there is no oil on anything - then start the engine and watch for
where oil first shows up.

If it's on top, near the X-plug, then it's a common failure and an
easy fix.

Go to NAPA AND GET tool NAPA part # NB-95, which is a 11/16 inch,
3/8 drive drag link socket.  it looks like a stubby thick screwdriver.
Grind the corners of the screwdriver bit slightly and it fits down
into the X-plug just fine.