like many other 02 owners I recently had to replace the PS pump because of the usual issues. The old one was leaking oil from the top ( will post some pics later) this is some real cheap build stuff not what you would expect from a BMW build car. So here are my questions:

Does anyone know if the new pump is better build or will I have to replace
that one too in some years?

The whining noise of the PS has decreased significatly, anyone noticed this too?

The steering has become tighter, is this normal?

 

i too have an 02. my ps has been out for a year and a half. just got mine replaced a month ago.

 

well, altough I didnt get much help here are the pics if someone is interested.

 

You said it was out for about a year and a half. Did you still drive it like this? Just wondering.

Oh, and UnMINI, did you replace the pump yourself? If you did, how hard was it. I know the procedures, but I was wondering the difficulty level. Thanks guys.

 

hey, my 03 PS started whining a couple days ago.

i was wondering if anyone tried to flush the system before replaicing to unit?

also, how long can i get away driving on it like that before it does any serious damage?

thanx for the help.

 

I didn´t replace the pump myself but the mechanic who did it (non dealer) told he had to remove several parts before he got to the pump so I think it could get a little complicated.

Rival: my pump had that sound for almost two years until it went kaput. I even thought it was normal.

 

a mechanic friend suggested getting a complete flush before replacing the unit. he stated that electic ps units tent to clog up. he went into a long rant as to why but, im not going to type that out now..ha.
im goin to give that a shot while im gettin a system flush for the summer months.

ill post my results. of course.

 

Hey, thanks for the info.

 

I also have a 02 MCS and recently (of course, just out of warranty) had to replace the pump. The noise is now very reduced.

OzMini

 

I have an '02 MCS that is also just out of warranty (51K miles) and need to have the pump replaced. The dealer wants $1600. Does that sound right? I found a pump for cheap froma junk yard and would like to do it myself, but can't find "how to" instructions. Anyone have any advice?
PS-UnMini- I have heard lots of people say that after their pump was replaced it was much quieter.