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Tiny
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  • 2004 MERCEDES BENZ C230
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Replaced power steering on my car. While removing pump I managed to strip the bolt/nut that screws the hose into pump. Any idea how to fix it without having to replace the entire power steering hose line? Please help
Wednesday, May 15th, 2019 AT 9:19 AM

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Tiny
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Welcome to 2CarPros.

Take a look at the picture I attached. Is that the bolt you are referring to? If so, the bolt can be purchased. It's called a banjo fitting and the bolt should be available.

Let me know if this helps.

Joe
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Wednesday, May 15th, 2019 AT 7:54 PM
Tiny
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Thanks for the speedy response. Unfortunately, it does not, but looks something similar to it. Will try to upload an image.
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Wednesday, May 15th, 2019 AT 11:42 PM
Tiny
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Welcome back:

Thanks for the picture. That helps. If the threads are stripped on that fitting, you have two choices, one I don't like, and the other the right way.

The right way is to replace the line. If you don't want to do that, purchase a new fitting, cut the steel line in two about 4" from the fitting, remove the old fitting, slide on the new fitting, and use a compression fitting to rejoin the steel line. Most parts stores will have all of the things you need. The fitting is a standard type fitting, so that shouldn't be an issue. The pipe is the tough one. They also make very high pressure hose that would be okay, but then there is the chance of it coming apart. If you do use the rubber hose, make sure to use fuel injector line clamps. They work the best and have the best chance of holding things together.

Let me know if I can help.

Joe
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Thursday, May 16th, 2019 AT 6:08 PM
Tiny
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Thanks for the help I took off the line sent it to a pneumatic and hydraulic specialist and they were able to put on a new fitting. I got a new question though. I initially had to replace the tension pulley as it broke off the bolt it was attached to, so my question is do I have to set the camshaft/crank or can I just put on the serpentine belt and start the engine?
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Thursday, May 16th, 2019 AT 11:56 PM
Tiny
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Welcome back:

You can just replace the tensioner and belt and you'll be fine. The serpentine belt has no affect on timing.

Let me know if you have other questions.

Joe
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Friday, May 17th, 2019 AT 8:07 PM
Tiny
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Thanks for the help. I assembled everything took it for test drive all seems fine but have another issue; sounds like it has trouble with the air intake. Sounds deep like I removed the air filter or something. Any clue what it could be?
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Tuesday, May 21st, 2019 AT 2:35 AM
Tiny
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Welcome back:

Make sure the air induction tube between the air filter box and throttle body are fully seated and tight. If you hear it sucking air via that area, most likely that is the issue.

I attached a picture of what I am referring to. The MAF circled and is part of the air injection tube. My guess is the intake tube isn't properly attached near the air box. That would have been where you were working. The second pic just shows an exploded view of the tube.

Let me know if this helps.

Joe
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Tuesday, May 21st, 2019 AT 6:44 PM
Tiny
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Thanks Joe. Will try it and let you know.
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Tuesday, May 21st, 2019 AT 11:56 PM
Tiny
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Welcome back:

Not a problem. It most likely is something simple. Take care and I will watch for your reply.

Joe
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Wednesday, May 22nd, 2019 AT 6:45 PM
Tiny
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Hi Joe, I have not had time to check the induction yet but I took a drive, feels like the super charger is not boosting or kicking in. Do you think it has something to do with the air induction?
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Thursday, May 23rd, 2019 AT 11:16 PM
Tiny
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Welcome back:

An air leak can cause issues. Are you certain the belt was routed correctly? Is there any way you could record the sound you hear and upload it for me to hear?

Let me know,
Joe
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Friday, May 24th, 2019 AT 8:03 PM
Tiny
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I'm sure I put the the belt on correctly thanks Joe, so to get to the intake muffler do I need to remove serpentine belt again? I will upload a video of how the car sounds later on.
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Monday, May 27th, 2019 AT 8:03 AM
Tiny
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Welcome back:

You should be okay to do it without removing the belt, but it would be easier. Let me know if you need help with anything.

Take care,

Joe
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Monday, May 27th, 2019 AT 7:48 PM
Tiny
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Hi Joe, uploaded the video let me know what you think. Also noticed when the vehicle is stationary the sound is not so intense as to driving. Definitely losing power when driving.
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Wednesday, May 29th, 2019 AT 4:20 AM
Tiny
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Welcome back:

When the throttle is hit, it sounds as you originally described. Were you able to find any of the air induction disconnected or hitting something?
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Wednesday, May 29th, 2019 AT 4:51 PM

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