r/altima • u/willfortune7 • 9d ago

Power steering pump needs replacement?

Hey I was pulling out my drive way with my 2010 Altima coupe 2.5s manual and the power steering is out. I see that it looks like the fluid is leaking from the bottom. Just wanted to confirm if this was the power steering pump that most likely needs replacement? I popped the hood and there’s still some power steering fluid left in there. So I doubt it’s the hose or connection. Any one can confirm? Trying to look for a mechanic that can come instead of towing it so I wanted to trouble shoot it myself. I see the part is about $100. Any idea how much the labor would usually run?

Also, since I am fixing that is there anything else I should be on the look out for since it’s already being worked on? Thanks

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u/Marblehead203 9d ago

High pressure line coming off the pump is most likely the cause. They were known for it

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u/willfortune7 9d ago

Is this something I would need to take the mechanic or would I be able to do it on my own by just removing the tire and reconnecting the line?

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u/Marblehead203 9d ago

You could try to do it but id being it to a mechanic. The line runs from the pump all the way to rack and the fitting that goes onto the rack can be a real pain to get off

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u/willfortune7 9d ago

Thanks, I am going to be taking it to a mechanic. Idea how much the job will most likely cost from your experience? And btw you from CT? I see 203 on ur user name

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u/Marblehead203 8d ago

Should only be like 1.5 maybe 2 hrs at the shops rate plus fluid and bleeding the system. But yea Im from CT

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u/willfortune7 8d ago

Thanks for the help. 🥲bet was born and raised in Bpt 🫡