Power Steering Pump question

[MH9371B]

It appears I have a leak in my power steering pump. The fluid actually leaks out while the boat is sitting in my driveway.<br /><br />My question is, will running the boat with no power steering fluid adversely affect the engine in any way?<br /><br />1995 Merc. 3.0 LX 135HP

 

[rabidfish]

Re: Power Steering Pump question

It wont hurt the engine, but it will ruin the pump.

 

[Bondo]

Re: Power Steering Pump question

Well,....After the Pump Seizes,..... The Belt Breaks,+ the Alt. Stops turning... Along with the Waterpump,+ Anything else driven by the belt.......<br /><br />You've Got to Fix It,.......... Now is Better than Later...........

 

[Silvertip]

Re: Power Steering Pump question

It may be as simple as a leaking fitting. If it leaks with engine off, it's likely a return line or a shaft seal. Do the simple things first. Check the lines and fittings.

 

[MH9371B]

Re: Power Steering Pump question

Help me out here, what is a "shaft seal" I see two hoses going into the back of the pump, both clamps are very tight...

 

[waterone1@aol.com]

Re: Power Steering Pump question

If you wipe the unit off, and re-fill it with fluid, where is it leaking from ? If it is leaking from the front, where the pulley is, it is most likely the shaft seal, which means time to replace the pump.