How To Cheaply Fix a Noisy Honda Power Steering Pump
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- Опубліковано 19 лют 2018
- Power steering noise such as moaning or whining can be common and easily fixed for many Honda vehicles. For Honda vehicles, that are equipped with the power steering pump shown in the video, this noise is usually caused by old worn out O-rings that fit onto the suction and high pressure lines where they bolt up to the power steering pump.
Usually what happens is that these O-rings will allow air to be introduced into the power steering system and cause the power steering pump to cavitate. This is where the noise occurs.
"Burping the system": As mentioned in the video, once the power steering system has been filled you will need to start the engine and then turn the steering wheel to the left and right all the way from stop to stop. Shut the engine off. Check and adjust the fluid level as the level should have gone down. Repeat process until fluid is full and power steering system stops whining. Do not over fill the fluid reservoir. Fluid level should always be checked and adjusted when the engine is off. After the system has been filled to the correct level it may be necessary to continue turning the steering wheel from stop to stop several times to get all the air out.
If the system continues to whine after it is filled and the system has been bleed then the vehicle may be ingesting air into the system through another rout. Further repair will be needed.
This video is designed to help you to understand what may be the problem with your vehicle and also to help you to understand how to repair this problem.
Note: Please use care not to contaminate your drive belts with power steering fluid. If you do, it’s been my experience that quickly cleaning the belt with brake clean will help to prevent damage to the belt from oil contamination. However, it’s best to not even have to do that as brake clean is not great for the belt either but it will clean the belt.
The vehicle featured in the video is a 2005 Honda Odyssey Touring 3.5L
As promised the part #s for the o-rings are as follows
91370-sv4-000 and 91345-rda-a01
Both o-rings where purchased for just $6.52
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My Honda Accord V6 developed the same noise symptom from the power steering pump all the sudden one cold morning. This turns out to be a common problem for Honda power steering pump that Honda puts out a TSB for it. The fix is simple to replace the worn O ring, particularly on the low pressure side that allows air to get into the power steering system. The high pressure side is not the problem because it does, there will be a leak. However, it is safe to change out both O rings before it leaks. The dealers even packaged the two O rings and sell them together. At any rate, if these O rings are not replaced, the power steering pump or even the steering rack will eventually fail because this is a closed hydraulic system, it does not like air just like the pool pump system and the pump will die without fluid. The power steering pump makes the whining noise because it is over-revved and you know what happens when an engine or any motor over-revved. It took me no more than 10 mins to do both O rings including clean up time. Make sure you purge the air from the power steering system after changing the O rings by turning the steering wheel lock to lock at least 3 times with the engine off to purge the air (also jacking up the front end to ease these turns). After that, refill the reservoir with new power steering fluid and start the car and turn it lock to lock once more with the engine running. The power steering pump is whisper quiet again after the fix. That's all folks!
I replaced the o ring on the low pressure as you said and got fix.... thanks
@@CiGaRRo65 worked for me too! Great video!
My noise started 2 days ago, tomorrow I will look for air bubbles in the reservoir and purchase a lower pressure O-ring.
I had the entire upper power steering hose replaced not long ago so that should be fine...
GENIUS !!! Had the same problem on my odyssey and the mechanic made me change the entire power steering and the high pressure hose :( the repair cost me hundreds of Dollars only to get an aftermarket pump that may soon fail and cost me hundreds again. The dealership might have even charged me much more when the fix is so simple. wish I had seen your video before. Thanks for educating the public.
Actually, the dealership probably would have replaced the o-ring as they know about this problem. Many independent shops dont know about this so they recommend a pump. It's also possible that you had a bad pump still.
Thanks for the video! Just changed the o-rings on my Honda Element and she's running perfectly now. No foaming in the reservoir. Saved me a costly trip to the repair shop.
Good to hear!
Best video on this particular repair for my particular vehicle. (2005 Honda Pilot). The fact that you actually SHOWED the 10mm stubby wrench was key. I went out immediately and bought the exact wrench for the job. I tried a socket wrench and bulky box wrench with no luck. Thank you for this video!
will this work for an older civic 1.5 liter?
I had the same problem. A loud noise. I changed the o rings just like you did and I works awesome. You are the best. Thanks for sharing this vídeo. I saved about 100 dollars of a new pump. 5 🌟 for you
Great!
I have an '06 Pilot with the same problem. Were you really able to get out that bottom bolt with just a stubby 10mm wrench? I can get the wrench on the bolt, but almost no force on the wrench. Local Tuffy guy just quoted me $281 to change o rings and flush the fluid.
i have been wondering for months what to do with the noise of my car's steering wheel... until i got a concise help from your video... thank you and ... more power
Thank you!
Thanks so much! I've had a whine in my 2004 Honda Stream since I bought it 6mnths ago. I thought it was transmission so had that flushed but still had the whine. It definitely changes with the steering - like gets worse on hard left or right turn. Your video is so helpful - I could maybe do it myself but I'm a 61 yr old lady now. Still, tomorrow I'll start by looking for the air bubbles so at least I can be certain about the problem b4 taking it to a mechanic. My sincere thanks & appreciation of your help.
Woow good girl appreciate in this age🤗
Great video! Thanks so much for making and sharing. Totally solved my problem. I didn't feel comfortable clamping my old hose, so I lost quite a bit of fluid. I would suggest a cardboard sheet underneath the engine. Other key helpful tips from this video were the use of stubby wrenches and also the fact that the lower o-ring might be stuck/hidden inside. That's where mine was. Thanks so much again!
Tom Tsao it was the new fluid that fixed the noise. The o rings had nothing to do with it. Test this theory next time...it worked for me
@@Maxumized worn out o rings can have air enter the power steering pump hence cause this noise and bubbles would form in the reservoir
Thank you for sharing this great video. I have a 2007 Honda Odyssey with 240k miles and was experiencing the same exact issue. My mechanic said that I needed a new PS pump which would've cost close to $700.00 with parts and labor. I researched further and found this video, bought the two O rings from Honda for $2.49 and it solved the problem. Getting the bolt out of the lower intake hose was a little challenging but I would definitely recommend using the a stubby 10 mm wrench. You will notice that the new O ring for the lower hose is red and rounded as opposed to the old one which is black and more squared. That would lead me to believe that Honda made that adjustment for a reason so I would replace the lower before the upper to see if that works first. Also, definitely use a hose clamp to shut the flow of fluid and a rag to protect the belts from any excess fluid run off. They will squeak if any fluid leaks on to them. Again, thank you for sharing this video.
And thank you for sharing your experience.
Thank you for making this video. Very helpful!
Glad to be of help.
Thanks for the help! A word of caution the top hose doesn’t come off that easily, it took me almost an hours to take it and I was mad at the world while wrestling with it.I have 2006 Odessey
Performed the O ring r&r on a 2003 Odyssey. The intake bolt was difficult, but once it was loose it came out with just one figure manipulated it. I hung a rag under the space like a net and used a magnet to capture the bolt. I pre placed the bolt in the hose end bolt hole to get it back in place. The video is an excellent diagnostic of the cavitation. After the O ring replacement - all was quiet and the power steering was "easy" again. Thank you. It was the first video I saw!!!
Where did you get the oring from
Thanks for your video. I had the exact same problem on a 2003 Accord and replaced the o-ring on the input side of the ps pump. The parts guy at my local Honda dealer only had that o-ring in stock and said that was the one all the mechanics were asking for so I got it and replaced the old o-ring and it fixed the problem. Thanks again for putting out a very helpful video!!
No problem. Glad your car is fixed.
Thanks for posting! Just changed my o-rings for a loud squealing noise while turning when its colder outside. Mine is a 2007 Honda pilot. Hope it works!
Did it work?
well??
Thank you! This is the exact noise to the T! This was driving me crazy!
Excellent!
Extremely helpful, I want to redo the valve cover gasket now,. Ty ty
Thanks so much, I've been having this problem on my 2003 Accord. I'll try it.
Thanks for sharing this information. That noise was killing me!!!
No problem
Bless you! Thank you so much. I trust husband following your process than paying a bunch of money and it still not fixed.
I bought the 10MM stubby wrench and replaced both o-rings and the reservoir on our '06 Honda Pilot. My old power steering was very dark so I pumped out the reservoir and added new fluid. Noise is gone and the steering seems smoother. I will admit I was skeptical, but this repair works. My local Tuffy guy quoted me $281. My cost was about $50 for tools, parts and fluid from the dealership.
Way to go!
THANK YOU BIG BROTHER. LOVE YOU FOR THIS .
No problem
Thanks for the vid! Helped a lot.
Great!
thanks...…. I just finished replacing both o rings and fresh honda fluid and it works like a charm. the power steering pump did had to come out to make it easier to get to the bottom hose screw because my odyssey is a 2002 so its some what different than yours, it was easier than I thought. both o rings and original honda fluid.... less than $9
Thanks this was what I was looking for.
This worked like a charm for my 08 Honda Accord V6. It was so gratifying to start it up, turn the wheel a few times and the sound was gone. Many thanks!
Tada!
Did you use the same o ring from the video. Can I have the link to buy it for my 09 Accord v6 please?
THANK YOU...excellent video with specific details not included in other You Tube videos I've watched...especially using the 10mm stubby wrench and the warning about gauging when removing the O rings....and... shining a light behind the fluid reservoir was a great tip! THANK YOU!
Thanks!
Instead of using a metal pick, you can use a toothpick.
I replaced seals but still same noise
Good idea!👍
Thanks man this video was a big help
Good deal
I paid someone to replace the leaking top hose. Afterwards, it squealed like a banshee. They claimed it would just take time to bleed out the air. (B.S. - no change after a week)
The dealer told me the only thing it could be is a bad pump. (Idiot)
I used a turkey baster to remove the fluid from the reservoir. Hardly any spilled.
I got the pump out. removed the bottom pipe and noticed there was no resistance. The new o-ring on top was very hard to pull off.
This made me suspicious. I tested the spring of the o-ring. It broke into 3 pieces.
I figured it was worth a shot, so I put on a new o-ring, put it all back together, and like magic, it works fine with no noise.
I'm guessing when they replaced the top hose, even though they didn't touch the bottom hose, while the fluid was drained out, the o-ring dried out and became like glass.
Thanks for your video. I may not have had the confidence to try putting everything back together without the new pump if I hadn't seen this video. Saved $130
gr8 vid, I have 2007 , also Lucus PSF with seal conditioners has helped min alot. but now I need to replace the O-Rings. that Lucus product is approved by Honda
Works like a charm....thanks!
Awesome!
FYI...purchased the o-rings at the local Honda dealer for less than $6 including tax. Tried the stubby wrench on mine but the angle was just a little too off for me to get any leverage. So unfortunately I had to remove the belt and take off the power steering pump altogether. Good video though!
thank you for the video! I do not comprehend how the pressure side O-ring is "faulty" as there had been no leak there. The suction side is the wild-card.
ok
Your a Life saver bro
Hey, thanks!
This REALLY HELP ME ..S.AND I THANK YOU SO MUCH I HAVE A 98 HONDA ACCORD
No problem. Glad to help.
Great video thank you
Yup
Thank you
Sure thing!
This REALLY HELP ME grasia amigo
Glad to help
Not only replace both o-rings on top of PW steering pump but also clean out the PW reservoir because there is an internal screen which gets clogged if not cleaned. Or replace the reservoir. Did this on my sons CR-V and no noise.
Great video my problem is solved 😃👍🙌
Great!
What kind of cleaner did you use?
Execellent.
I have a 2009 honda ridgeline with 109,000 miles, and my power steering whines ONLY when the engine heats up. I see no bubbles in the fluid. My mechanic is trying to talk me into getting a new PS pump, do you think I should change the O rings and do a flush first though?
This is a great video. My 08 Odyssy has the exactly same problem. If I do not fix it, does it cause another serious problems? It is noisy but I am fine as long as it does not cause another issues. Thank you
I’d get it fixed. Air isn’t good for the pump.
I do appreciate to your fast reply. Your video is really great. I will fix it soon.
What are your thoughts on using Idemitsu power steering fluid or Idemitsu fluids versus Honda fluids ? Thank you.
I've always been one to suggest using what the manufacturer recommends.
OEM fluid was $4.50 for 12 ounces at dealership.
91345-RDA-A01 is showing as a kit from Autozone? Any other number?
Where can I buy the Orings pair?
Change my O rings on my 03 tl type s and topped off the fluids and turned the steering wheel and after a few days it still makes noise.
You could have a leak elsewhere. Check the whole power steering system for leaks. There are also other possible causes. But leaks usually cause this.
@@BarboursAutoHelp I am having the same problem but can't find any additional leaks? Steering works fine so not sure if I should order a new pump & call it good or if there is something else I can look for?
Kay this is a long shot but did u ever find what it was running into the same exact problem like you did
Lately I am also having some issues with my power steering system. Our car is a Honda City 99 model. A week ago, after an hour drive, when I am about to park in a mall, I heard my pump made a great noise, and got a tough steering. It also made some groan noise, on the steering wheel while I maneuver in a parking lot. As I had parked, looked under the hood while the engine is running, the fluid in the reservoir is normal, not empty, and flowing. When I got home and observed the reservoir, I saw some bubbles in the fluid, with slow rate flow. I know for a fact that our car is already 20 years old. Recently, the rack and pinion assembly was installed with a brand new replacement, last year November 2018. Will replacing both o-rings resolves the pump noise and tough steering issues?
If that is the problem then yes. But, its really impossible for me to tell you what exactly is wrong with your vehicle.
Thanks for sharing and uploading this video. It have given me an idea, what to check and try to fix first, before making me decide to replace the pump. Thank again sir, for your quick response. ☺
i use plastic dental placker picks to remove orings. a metal pick can EASILY scratch and cause an annoying leak.
Absolutely! Great suggestion.
Because of this video I canceled my power steering pump with amazon and went straight to honda to purchase the o rings. Thank you sir! Problem solved on my 06 Odyssey
That's a Rick Flair WHOOOO!
I have a Honda Accord 2008ex V6 3.5 engine, the power steering pump is making a tapping noise steering feel fine, no form or bubbles in reservoir, car has 123, 000 miles fluid changes are unknown.
From what I read the problem was fixed in the 2008, any idea on a tapping noise?
Thanks
I do not. Sorry
Good vid brother:)
I know it's best to use Honda O rings but I'm sure many are wondering if you can buy non Honda O rings from a hardware store or the likes?Id be very interested to know.Thanks dude.
Id suggest using o-ring specifically made for this application.
Appreciate the reply.I just rang Honda today for my o rings and gonna do this myself.I have the same symptoms
That’s sounds like a grinding noise. On my 04 accord it’s a low pitch whining noise from the power steering pump that gets louder when I accelerate or turn the wheel. Could it be the same problem ?
Of course it could. Never hurts to make sure though by having it diagnosed by a tech.
Where can I buy the o ring?
Was it leaking any fluid prior to the swapping out of the o-rings?
Yes, but it was more like it was seeping not dripping.
My power steering is also bubbling but I’m also getting a whining noise now, and has been getting louder as it’s been getting colder I also noticed the noise got louder when I turned on my AC at times but still was there with it off , do you think this may be the source of the problem??
Sounds exactly like mine did.
BarboursAutoHelp thanks for the reply I feel a lot better!! Yup I noticed the noise is louder from 1-4 gear and when I looked under the hood I saw my power steering fluid jumping around and knew that was not right thanks again
Yea, the fluid will get bubbly and frothy. Movement is normal. I hope that’s it. Can you hear the whining coming from the pump?
BarboursAutoHelp I don’t hear the whining noise really when it’s idling but when I’m driving it’s the worst and like I said when I turn on my AC the noise gets louder and sometimes stops but could still hear faintly but power steering fluid is bubbling that why feel this may be the problem I hope 🤞
I have a 1998 Honda Civic it makes power steering whine just when its cold started and it lasts for around 4-5 minutes. What can be the issue? Fluid is clean and full.
Its possible air may be entering the system causing the noise. I'd really suggest having a tech diagnose it for you. It may not even be your power steering making the noise. It could be something else.
BarboursAutoHelp its power steering pump making the whine as i turn the steering the sound increases. I think that i need to replace o rings and flush the system.
So the smaller red o-ring goes on the bottom hose (low pressure) and the larger black o-ring goes on the top hose (high pressure) correct?
Its been a while since I made the video. I should have that info in the video.
Question: in the intake, if the o-ring is too hard to get out, will it matter if I leave it as I add a new one?
I don't think I understand your question.
@@BarboursAutoHelp for the red o-ring, if for some reason you can't get it out, does anybody (not just you-no disrespect) think if it's OK to just leave as is and put the new one in? After all, you'll have two rings now doing the work.
I have problem with orignal power steering pump now at 75K miles. The pump doesn't have any leak, whining noise when turn left to right or right to left. The problem of pump is harder to turn at parking slot when my friend same vehicle 2007 Honda CRV, his car turn very smoothly at parking slot and both car doesn't have any leak, and used with brand new Genuine Honda fluid from dealer. Please Help.
power steering fluid is not foaming, doesn't have air bubble, and when car is warms up even I raise the more than 2000 rpm it still hard turning that seem the pump doesn't have enough power. But only when the car is cold it turn easier, lighter, smoother. My pump doesn't have any leak, but it seem doesn't have enough pressure and the fluid becomes thinner when it gets hot so maybe that is affecting the flow rate if the pump is worn out ??
At this point I'd half to say having a hands on tech take a look at it would be best.
same year same model same problem 😆
waiting for the O-Ring happened after replacing high pressure hose
Dont forget the low pressure o-ring.
@@BarboursAutoHelp that's the one im replacing since new high pressure hose came with new one
Yup, it's the o ring. Just had to change mine. This $3 o ring will save you $500 baby!!
$500 ????
@@BarboursAutoHelp
I was meaning that it will help save you the hassle of spending $500 for a new power steering pump to be put in. I will edit my post lol
Changed my two PS o rings last night and it's still making the same whining noise. The typical cold start whine. Steering is rigid still. No Ps leaking, or no bubbles inside the resovoir.
Any other ideas. I'm thinking now the culprit might be a bad bearing on the Idler tensioner pulley. I thought this was the fix. But the sound is very similar.
I may be to late but going down the UA-cam rabbit hole looking how to fix this issue I came across quite a few videos where initially they thought power steering but turned out to be alternator whining
@@vonkytonk9754 👍
Will this work on the 2003 Honda Odyssey? We had a 2012 odyssey but it was totaled a few months ago going from the 12 touring to this 2003 big difference 03 is Noisy I can hear the winding sound inside when driving & when stoped its annoying
I'm not realy sure.
What happens if my minivan keeps making the noise and especially with the tough steering sometimes....???
Its possible that it could damage your power steering pump.
Nice video bro.
I have a honda accord 3.5 v6 2009, which is making a very loud noise. I did not find anything related to my model. Could you tell me if the problem would be solved by changing the ring? Thanks
I can't say for sure. But this is a common problem for the pump featured in the video.
How does this stop the whine?
hi i have crv 2008 i just replaced the low pressure o ring the red one. but still whinning and there is few bubbles on re reservoir but i check the level of the fluid around 1 week its not changing so i guess i have no leak what seems to be a problem thanks
So you didn't replace both o-rings?
@@BarboursAutoHelp Yes only the low pressure o ring.. because i was thinking if there was a leak on high pressure oil will leak... but can you suggest what should i do?
I know it doesn't sound like it makes sense but the high side o-ring can allow air into the system. Most mechanics that know about this problem replace them in pairs. I'm not saying that's your problem but if I were the one to fix it I'd start with replacing the o-ring on the high side line.
@@BarboursAutoHelp thanks for the info i will try to change Oring for the high pressure line. i will update soon.
Yes, please let's us know how it goes.
what if hose is leaking? Need replace or there is something that stop leaking?
Replacement would be suggested.
@@BarboursAutoHelp ok thanks. Can we use silicon paste around the O-Ring?
I'd only use Honda power steering fluid to lubricate.
i have the same problem. but i also have hard time steering ( it feels like manual and you need two hand's force to steer) my car in the cold mornings. specially when you make sharp turn getting in and out of drive way and in roundabouts. after 6 to 10 mins later its become normal . i changed power steering oil ,still has bubble in the system. what do i do ?
Well, have you considered this video for instructions on what to do? It may or may not be your problem but it’s a pretty common problem for Honda’s like the one in the video.
thanks. where can i find these o rings? honda dealer ?
All over. I’ve got part numbers in the description.
Air in the system probably won't cause the rough steering you are experiencing. Even with low fluid mine worked close to normal, but was noisy as hell. It's a much easier fix than changing the whole pump. I'd give it a shot first. I sucked out all the fluid with a turkey baster, then turned the engine for a second to relieve pressure and sucked out a little more. Very little ran out. Seconds after I put it back together, it stopped making any noise. Autozone wanted $25 for a whole set of rings. I bought a generic pack of 20 misc. for $3. One of them fit perfectly.
maybe the belt needs to be changed. if belt is too loose the steering will be tight
Hello, what if I tried this already and I still got bubbles on my power steering system?
This happend to me to
@@masf595 Hey there, I had to replace the pwer steering pump, u can replace or try to get it sealed.
Would this fix hard steering at low speeds?
Possibly
replaced pressure hose, the 2 o-rings, did the steering wheel side to side, still does sound when I start the car and when I accelerate. I feel no pressure when I turn the wheel, just the whining sound, help please.
It's possible you are ingesting air elsewhere. Do you have leaks?
@@BarboursAutoHelp I looked and no leaks are present, the van has 160,000 and this is the original pump, "im wondering if I should replace it all together seeing that I just replaced the pressure line, and o-rings.
It's possible the pump is shot. Really not sure.
I added some oil and it was good, will see if it last..
It should not have been low.
I know but it's a 2001 civic so maybe it's just the the 17 years time..
Hello my brother in Christ, i changed my belt o2 mdx and now the pump is foaming when cold and making alot of noise, will try this pray that the Lord helps me with it God bless
You may have a leaking hose or O-ring allowing air to get into the system. Check for seepage especially around the pump. Hope this helps. If a leak is found it will need to be fixed.
Those o rings didn’t fix the problem...the new fluid fixed the noise. I lived it
Hmmm. New fluid fixed air getting into your system?
So I changed my steering pump, and I had the same noise. I was bleeding it out and my fluid is staying at the same level and it’s foamy and brown
Still making the noise or did you get it fixed?
@@BarboursAutoHelp I fixed it. Whole time one of o rings was messed up so we changed it. Fix the whole thing up
Good job
Yap, this problem may show up on different type of Honda.
Where do I buy em
Google it
Amazon has them if a dealer is not convenient for you. Actually less $ at dealer. Power steering fluid is also cheaper at dealer compared to amazon
Hi there,
What’s the part numbers?
Look in the description
I see it know. Thank you so much!
Are those O-rings the same size? is the 91370-sv4-000 goes in the button or in the top one ?
Don't remember
OK, no problem. Thank you again.
it only started after changing the hp hose
train 9:04
Great video
What's the part number
Check the description.
I just change the oil fluid and stop the noise
Thank you my ridgeline sounds better
Why is mine going swirling around in the reservoir?
Because your fluid flows through the system when the engine is running. Normal for fluid to swirl.
@@BarboursAutoHelp
If I have no bubbles in the steering fluid, does it mean it doesn't need a new gasket?
Maybe. Are you having an issue with the power steering pump making noise?
@@BarboursAutoHelp
At times, it is pretty hard when I turn the steering wheel though.
@@BarboursAutoHelp
Noticed the hose at the bottom of the reservoir does it old oil
I wanted to hear the end result cry😢
Having a hard time finding the o rings here. Can i ask a favor.
Note sure if I understand what you're after. Ask away.
Mikael Maghirang... Part numbers are 91370-SV4-000 and 91345-RDA-A01...use Honda power steering fluid.
Spraying brake cleaner onto rubber and plastic isn’t that bad?
Do it all day every day. Haven't had a problem yet.
Brake cleaner is safe. Carb cleaner will dry out rubber faster.
Ahh. Brakes live right next to tires full of high pressure air.
😮😮😮😮😢
I don’t think spraying brake clean on your belt is a good idea either 😂
I haven’t had a problem with it. What’s your experience?
@@BarboursAutoHelp brake clean is just a very strong chemical, and I’d be worried it would eat the belts, even oil can eat the belts. Especially a timing belt, my experience has always been to never let any chemical touch the belt. But if you’ve never had any issues, not trying to insult you or anything.
Yea, ideally you don’t want to get anything on the belt. But if you do, what do you do? Clean it off the best you can or replace it? Your not going to wipe all the power steering fluid off with a rag. Or do you replace the belt? I’m not saying it’s good to spray it with brake clean. Just that in my opinion it’s best to clean it with brake clean rather than replace the belt. I’ve done it countless times and so has most techs. But if that doesn’t suit anyone that’s their call.
I’ve never experienced a belt being eaten by brake clean.
@@BarboursAutoHelp well I’ve learned something new today. Sorry if I spoke too soon without proper knowledge.
Thank you
You're welcome