I have power steering fluid leaking from the top of the steering column on my 1995 Ford/New Holland 1720. I pulled apart the steering shaft and assembly and it looks like the spacer(s), rubber ring/seal, and bearing all have some wear and I will replace those.
However, is it correct that the steering column is SUPPOSED to have power steering fluid in it during normal operation? Or, do I only have fluid in the column because a seal is failing below the shaft (i.e., in the steering control valve) and allowing the flow into the shaft?
BTW, if I fill the power steering reservoir with a decent amount of fluid, steering works like normal. Of course, when it leaks out enough, I lose steering almost completely.
Thanks for any guidance!! This will help me repair the right part.
However, is it correct that the steering column is SUPPOSED to have power steering fluid in it during normal operation? Or, do I only have fluid in the column because a seal is failing below the shaft (i.e., in the steering control valve) and allowing the flow into the shaft?
BTW, if I fill the power steering reservoir with a decent amount of fluid, steering works like normal. Of course, when it leaks out enough, I lose steering almost completely.
Thanks for any guidance!! This will help me repair the right part.