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Old 01-15-2011, 03:36 PM
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The power steering on my 96 XJ will be completely locked when I first start it when is very cold outside. If I let it warm up, it is fine or if I punch the gas once it will whine a bit and then free up. Everything becomes totally normal when the vehicle warms up or in above freezing weather. I am thinking of starting by bleeding the lines and if that doesn't work, replacing the pump. Any suggestions?
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Hi and welcome to CF from Tj...To bleed them all you need to do is turn steering wheel left to right full turn a few times. You may also want to check the PS belt if you hear whining...Tj
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