nandlwalker

Hello all I have a 2005 F150 and have blown 3 power stearing hoses from the pump to the axel, this only happens in 4 wheel drive, is there anybody having the same problems, should I get a stronger hose (do the make one) or do I have a problem with the front axel when it is in 4wd. I've been using a low viscosity fluid but have not tried ATF yet. The hose blows on the rubber section and in the same place on all 3.
Please help thank you

Mod (Ret.)

I'm guessing you have a pressure buildup problem caused perhaps by a blockage, kink, or seal thats plugging the flow of fluid....pressure builds and blows the hose. Check for blockage on the same "line" as the hose that is blowing.

nandlwalker

Thanks Bucko for the reply any idea where besides the line I would look for this blockage, would I have to tear appart the axel

jhelrey

Better a line blowing then the pulley busting off. I did that twice to GM vehicles.