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Old May 28, 2012 | 05:06 AM
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Default Power steering gone!
I have a 2006 1500 Hemi, and today I have no power steering.
The fluid seems red and nice, no leaks and the right level.

The pump is spinning nice and doesnt make any noise..

Where do I start?

Thanks...
 
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Old May 28, 2012 | 08:33 AM
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The pulley could have snapped a shaft inside the pump, pretty common problem. Disconnect one of the cooler lines and run the truck for a second or two. Fluid comes gushing out, problem is not in the pump. 4x4 or 4x2?
 
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Old May 28, 2012 | 10:10 PM
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You got a 50/50 shot. Either replace the pump or the rack. I would replace the pump personally.
 
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Old May 29, 2012 | 01:39 PM
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It was the pump axle!

Thanks for your help, took one from a 4.7 and it fitted right on!
 
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Old May 30, 2012 | 08:55 AM
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Good to hear you fixed it.
 
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