GEN 1 Power steering hose fitting leak

• Mar 2, 2016

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I am finding that this crimped fitting on the lower front passenger side is a common leak point. Mine is definitely blowing out fluid from the fitting / rubber hose connection. I am finding that even the replacement lines still don't fix the problem. With that said, curious about a possible fix. If I cleaned everything up, I was thinking of spraying expanding foam in the hose/crimped fitting area. That stuff seals and sticks to everything - thought it might be worth a try.

 

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• Mar 2, 2016

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As a temp fix or permanent?

 

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As a temporary fix, but maybe the expanding foam fixes it for good? Just tossing ideas out there as I can't find a bulletproof fix.

 

• Mar 2, 2016

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Sasquatch77 said:

As a temporary fix, but maybe the expanding foam fixes it for good? Just tossing ideas out there as I can't find a bulletproof fix.

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Maybe there is something causing this. I've got 76k miles + on mine and haven't had this issue. I'd make Ford keep fixing it until they get it right.

Initially, I thought maybe the best thing to do would be to go to a hydraulic shop and have them make you one.

Either way would work, I guess.....


Good luck!!!

 

• Mar 3, 2016

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I think the assembly is BL3Z3A719D. Anyone confirm that? Looks like a $67 part. With that said, any tips on getting the old out and the new one in? I have never done one of these and not sure how to do it.

 

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I think the assembly is BL3Z3A719D. Anyone confirm that? Looks like a $67 part. With that said, any tips on getting the old out and the new one in? I have never done one of these and not sure how to do it.

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When I look up that part and check compatibility, I get this:

This part is not compatible with 2014 Ford F-150 SVT Raptor Crew Cab Pickup 4-Door 6.2L 6210CC 379Cu. In. V8 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated.

But when I try: BL3Z-3A719-B, it shows compatible. Also noticing that BL3Z-3A719-A and BL3Z-3A719-C are also listed. Not sure if there is a difference between all 4 parts though.

 

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Both PS lines on my truck were replaced umber my 3/36 warranty for weeping at the crimp connection. Some dealers say that weeping is normal but I would not accept that. I have seen this on other cars and until you see a puddle you are ok to drive but I would replace vs repair/fix

 

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Huh, noticed this on my 2012 - it's on my list to have the dealer check out when I take it in for a few things soon.

 

• Mar 9, 2016

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The great stuff expanding foam seems to be working and preventing anymore leakage. This will buy time to get the right replacement and figure out how to install.