whats upguys, so today all of the sudden out of no where my power steering dies... it only works when the engine is reving (works fine a little on the heavy side but fine); but doesnt when idling. im thinking power steering pump? does anyone have any other ideas on what it could be? also how hard is it to fix (i would like to do it myself) and how much would a new one cost? thanks guys

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98.5 A4
1.8t
Test pipe
intake
sach's stage 2 clutch
15% tint all around

no one can help???

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98.5 A4
1.8t
Test pipe
intake
sach's stage 2 clutch
15% tint all around

Check the level of P/S fluid. Add 11S if needed.

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2001 A4 1.8T Q Casablanca White, Tip, ESP, Xenon and Premium

where is it... its not the same as the clutch and brake container right?

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98.5 A4
1.8t
Test pipe
intake
sach's stage 2 clutch
15% tint all around

also can i damage anything while driving without power steering??thank you

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98.5 A4
1.8t
Test pipe
intake
sach's stage 2 clutch
15% tint all around

Power steering fluid acts as coolant for the system, and lubricant. Driving without it will shorten the life of all the p/s components. Was it making any odd noises, like a whine when you turned the wheel before it died? It sounds like you're out of fluid

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yea it makes whining noises... what kind of fluid do i need and where is the container for it? thank u

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98.5 A4
1.8t
Test pipe
intake
sach's stage 2 clutch
15% tint all around

i just added some fluid. i turned the car on and it still doesnt work; now that whining noise is even louder. i also noticed a leak comin from the pump area. i am not sure if it is the actual pump or one of the hoses. how would i check which one it is?? any other ideas? thank you

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98.5 A4
1.8t
Test pipe
intake
sach's stage 2 clutch
15% tint all around

Only use VW/Audi power steering fluid, 11S.

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2001 A4 1.8T Q Casablanca White, Tip, ESP, Xenon and Premium

You could have f*cked the pump up by letting it run dry, and even more so (rack, too) if you didn't use Auid/VW power steering fluid.

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