Noisy Power Steering Pump? How to Replace Inlet O-Ring - 2002 Acura TL/CL/MDX - Honda Accord/Odyssey

In today's video, I will be demonstrating how to fix a noisy, moaning, whining power steering pump on my 2002 Acura TL-S. The cause for this noise comes from air getting into the system and being sent through the power steering pump. There are 3 main reasons air is getting into the system:
Low Power Steering Fluid in the Reservoir
A leaking Suction Tube that leads to the power steering pump from the reservoir
A leaking Inlet Joint O-Ring

An early indicator that these components are wearing out is power steering noise in frigid sub-zero temperatures, specifically on startup, and then the noise will go away once the vehicle is warmed up. This is because the cold causes the rubber components to harden, and it creates less of a seal and allows air to be sucked into the system. Then when the vehicle warms up, the rubber becomes soft again and restores an air-tight seal.

Parts used in this video:
Tube, Suction - Acura (53731-S3M-A00)
O-Ring (13.0X1.9) - Acura (91345-RDA-A01)
x1 bottle of Honda Power Steering Fluid - https://amzn.to/3xJXylj

0:00 - Introduction & Diagnosis
2:32 - Ordering Parts
4:16 - Drain P.S. Reservoir
4:40 - Remove Engine Oil Dipstick & P.S. Suction Tube
5:15 - Remove Wire Harness Clip and Bracket
5:38 - Remove Inlet Joint Bolt
6:06 - Remove Inlet Joint
6:18 - Install New O-Ring and Coat with P.S. Fluid
6:41 - Install Inlet Joint and Bolt
6:46 - Transfer Clamps to New Suction Tube
6:50 - Install Wire Harness Bracket and Clip
6:58 - Install Suction Tube and Dipstick
7:07 - Fill Reservoir with Honda P.S. Fluid to Upper Fill Line
7:15 - Bleed Air Out of P.S. System if Necessary
8:20 - Add P.S. Fluid to Reservoir if Necessary
8:27 - Conclusion


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