Leak around reservoir to pump?

Tiny
SPOHNER
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  • 2001 DODGE DAKOTA
  • V8
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 90,000 MILES
I replaced my power steering pump today but now have a leak. The leak is where the reservoir connects to the pump. It is a pretty steady leak. When I attached the reservoir I put in the new o-ring that came with the kit. What am I doing wrong, I only installed that one o-ring should there be another that I may have misplaced?
Saturday, February 28th, 2009 AT 2:38 AM

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Tiny
JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Chances are the o-ring either moved when you replaced it or was knicked. A slight kink will cause a leak. You need to remove the o-ring and inspect it for damage and to make sure it was properly seated.

Joe
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Monday, March 2nd, 2009 AT 10:43 AM
Tiny
KEN L
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Hey, I had the same problem, changed the whole pump with reservoir 3 times and still have the same problem. Checked on like and not only I need an "o" ring but also a spacer. Which I believe is making my pump to leak.
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Tuesday, August 29th, 2023 AT 5:51 PM

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