A fluid leak may develop from one or more power steering hose. When a leak is being repaired, it is not uncommon for multiple hoses to be replaced.
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BMW Z3 Multiple Power Steering Hoses May Simultaneously Fail
BMW Z3 Problem
11 Reports
Model Years Affected: 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002
Average Mileage: 90,125 mi (46,500 mi - 155,000 mi)
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Visitor, 2001 BMW Z3, 69,000 mi
Power steering hose leak. Cheap fix. New hose.
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Visitor, 1997 BMW Z3, 155,000 mi
Had to replace power steering hose from return in the front grill to the pump due to leakage.
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Visitor, 2001 BMW Z3, 46,500 mi
Both power steering hoses need replaced due to leakage.
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Visitor, 1999 BMW Z3, 90,000 mi
replaced power steering hoses
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