What would cause power steering fluid to blow.

Tiny
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What would cause power steering fluid to blow out of fluid holder?
Friday, November 23rd, 2012 AT 6:26 PM

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Tiny
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Air being drawn into system would result in symptoms described. The fluids would seem to have a lot of bubbles(foaming) when it occurs. Check the hose and connections from reservoir to the pump. If no signs of leakages, the problem lies with the pump.
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Saturday, November 24th, 2012 AT 3:32 PM

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