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Can I run my engine w/ the steering box out?

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Old 07-15-2013, 10:12 AM
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I have a 2000 XJ and was wondering if its ok to run the engine with the steering box having been removed. I pulled it out last week to rebuild/replace seals and I am waiting on one more part for it that is being shipped to me. While I'm waiting for it to arrive, I wanted to flush my cooling system. The PS pump and reservoir are still hooked up, but both are drained of any PS fluid that was in them. Is there a possibility that I could ruin the fluidless pump by ruining the engine to perform the flush? Thanks guys!
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Yes it could damage the pump with out fluid
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That'd be like running an engine with no oil
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Thanks fellas, that's what I thought. Just trying to make the most of my time!
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