[SRGN]

Given that it was good for a long time and the issue suddenly came up, I'm inclined to believe it's more than just a belt issue. I'd start with pulling the lines off the box, draining the fluid, and turning the wheels back and forth slowly from lock to lock(wheels off the ground) to get the old fluid out. I would try regular power steering fluid to refill after reinstalling the lines. PS fluid is a little easier to push than ATF given the difference in viscocity. I'm assuming that the issue is occurring at idle, make sure your idle speed is set to spec as well.

[02CiC]

Originally Posted by SRGN

Given that it was good for a long time and the issue suddenly came up, I'm inclined to believe it's more than just a belt issue. I'd start with pulling the lines off the box, draining the fluid, and turning the wheels back and forth slowly from lock to lock(wheels off the ground) to get the old fluid out. I would try regular power steering fluid to refill after reinstalling the lines. PS fluid is a little easier to push than ATF given the difference in viscocity. I'm assuming that the issue is occurring at idle, make sure your idle speed is set to spec as well.

Thank you for this, it is at idle and also when doing sharp turns at very low speed. In any case, I bought an AX50 Gates belt 1/2" x 52", and it worked like a charm!

I'm so grateful for all the help here, only now wondering if I should have even replaced the pump or tried your belt tricks first. In any case, it feels great to have a sorted car again!

You guys rock!