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Old Feb 12, 2013 | 04:34 PM
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I have a 1999 cherokee that leaks power steering fluid onto the engine from the reservoir. Would it be easier to patch it up and stop the leak or just install a new reservoir?
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Old Feb 12, 2013 | 04:41 PM
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Originally Posted by mastergeorge52
I have a 1999 cherokee that leaks power steering fluid onto the engine from the reservoir. Would it be easier to patch it up and stop the leak or just install a new reservoir?
It probably would be easier to patch it but more then likely you will be patching it often. You would be better off replacing it.
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Old Feb 12, 2013 | 04:52 PM
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It probably would be easier to patch it but more then likely you will be patching it often. You would be better off replacing it.
What he said^ just fix it. You really will benefit from a properly working and sealed system. its not too hard of a fix, just get to it
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Old Feb 12, 2013 | 05:19 PM
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Do it right once and the 1st time... This way you done with it plus power steering fluid is flammable
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Old Feb 12, 2013 | 05:21 PM
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Oops double post
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Old Feb 12, 2013 | 08:03 PM
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Replacing the whole system sounds like the better option.
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Old Feb 12, 2013 | 09:15 PM
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Replacing the whole system sounds like the better option.
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True if you move those hoses they might decide to start leaking
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