power steering leak

[chips4sle]

hey
i have a 2001 range rover hse
it has 100,000 miles and now when i took it in for service they tell me the power steering pump has a leak and needs to be replaced. they want 700 to replace it and flush the system. i was hoping to save some cash and do it myself. my question is what should i replace and whats should i replace it with. also how do i flush the system
thank you for all your help
jeff

[Pascaltissot]

Service and Repair

Fill reservoir to upper mark on dipstick.
Turn steering wheel 45° in both directions to open valves inside steering box.
Top up steering reservoir fluid level. CAUTION: Do not run engine with less than minimum fluid level in reservoir. Top up as necessary during bleed procedure.
Start engine. Allow to idle.
Turn steering wheel back and forth to open valves inside steering box. WARNING: Fluid is under high pressure, open bleed screw with caution.
With engine running, carefully open bleed screw until fluid starts to flow. Tighten bleed screw to 4 Nm (3 ft. lbs.)
Switch off engine. Top up reservoir.
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I Hope it helps
Saludos
Pascal.

[-MOSES-]

If it continues to leak try a little Lucas Power Steering additive , works great ! The oldschool way is to add a 1/2 teaspoon of Brake fluid . The small amount of brake fluid will swell the seals and stop the leaking .