Power steering

[Chelseafc1]

Hi everyone
I have a phase 1 Clio sport done a track day Tuesday but noticed I was loosing power steering fluid which I think is coming from the actual reservoir. See fluid on the underside of the bonnet and on the outside of the wing. Not noticed it before under normal driving. I changed the tyres and wheels for 888rs for the track day power steering seems to be working ok has anyone else had this

 

[Rojer]

First check would be to remove the reservoir and check for cracks/damage. Also check the lines as they are common to fail. After that could be the pump itself. Would be better in the long run to convert to EPAS.

 

[Chelseafc1]

Cheers rojer for reply someone else I’ve spoken to suggested because the pump is working a lot harder on track rev wise could be overheating the fluid what do you think??? Also is it a lot of agg to fit an epas

 

[PhillipM]

Could be, often happens with hard use - I have to use synthetic ester fluids in the off-roaders because of the heat buildup from the PAS loadings - when was the fluid last changed?

 

[Chelseafc1]

I’ve had the car for 3 months but been ok on the road but I’ve not changed fluid. What fluid would you recommend and where’s the best place to get it
Cheers