Power Steering FLuid Foam

[Matt D.]

That sounds like it could cause some serious damage if not taken care of.

So i should check for the rod asap then. Are those rods readily replaceable? Or is that going to be more of a job that should be left for a pro?

Thank Everyone for the input!
That rod has a big hex on it that is used to turn it, should be easy to do by yourself with a wrench or socket. Just get it snug and don't over tighten as it is aluminum.

[Alpha D]

Im doing an oil change over the weekend. I will make sure to to double check as to the condition the rod is in, as well as if its backed its way out.

The power steering fluid thing i guess is most likely caused by the pump so i will replace that in the near future.

[CarPsyco84]

Be careful not to get it too tight, they crush the water jacket inside them, and have been known to mix coolant and oil after said damage...

On a side note, My car also did the power steering overflow when I started it and it was wicked cold (-10F). Is is possible that the fluid gets too thick and the pump starts to cavitate cause it to get sorta foamy?

[Kevin 1G Drummer]

Just delete power steering and your problem is solved :) That's what I did. haha

[CarPsyco84]

Yeah, I had a saturn that never had power steering, right from the factory... that gets old fast. IF this was a weekend race car I would maybe, but not a street car.