Because turning the wheel shouldn’t feel like arm day at the gym.

Ever cranked your steering wheel and heard a weird whine—or worse, felt like you were wrestling with it just to make a turn? That’s your car crying for help. Power steering fluid leaks might seem small, but ignore them long enough and they’ll steer you straight into a repair bill you didn’t see coming. Here’s how to catch the issue early and fix it right.

First Signs You’ve Got a Leak

Not sure if it’s your power steering fluid making the mess? These are the red flags:

• That weird whining sound: Happens when you turn? Probably low fluid.
• Steering’s suddenly stiff? Not a workout—just a leak messing with pressure.
• Mysterious puddle under your car: If it’s reddish, brownish, or smells like burnt oil, that’s your fluid escaping.
• Fluid vanishing from the reservoir: Topped it off last week, and it’s low again? Something’s up.
  

Where It’s Probably Leaking From

Most leaks come from one of these troublemakers:

• Hoses or seals: The most common culprits—these wear out over time.
• Power steering pump: If this goes, your whole system struggles.
• Steering rack or gearbox: Bigger job, but still fixable with the right tools and team.
• Reservoir tank: Sometimes it’s as simple as a cracked container.

How to Fix It (Without Losing Your Cool)

1. Clean things up: Use a degreaser to see clearly where it’s leaking from.
2. Track the source: Follow the drips. A UV dye kit can help.
3. Replace the faulty part: Hose, seal, pump—whatever’s leaking, it’s gotta go.
4. Top it up: Refill with the proper power steering fluid (not just “whatever’s in the garage”).
5. Flush the system (if needed): Especially if the fluid’s been running low for a while.
6. Test drive and watch: Make sure the leak’s history—and your steering’s smooth.
   

Pro Tip: Don’t DIY If You’re Not 100% Sure

Small leaks are fixable. Big leaks can mean serious damage if you guess wrong. If you’re seeing signs but not sure what to do…

Don't wait until you're stuck in the middle of a turn—Contact the Lebanese Europe team today, and let’s get your steering back on track!

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