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Old 08-11-2007, 04:45 PM   #6
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Originally Posted by mohaughn View Post
I'd replace the hoses and the reservoir. Every BMW I've owned has started leaking at that exact spot.. I think over time the hot steering fluid may cause tiny cracks in the inlet/outlet on the reservoir which causes the leaking to start. All in all I think this is a pretty cheap and easy repair. Much cheaper than a new steering rack. I did the same thing about 4 or 5 months ago.
How much did it cost you, all the parts?
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