Power steering fluid sweating

dassub · 01-09-2014, 12:53 PM

It seems my power steering fluid is sweating.
Is this normal? Or should I eventually get this checked out?
I'm not sure if there's a seal or something below the cap that would be a quick easy fix.

Edit: Originally thought it was brake fluid since it's too cold outside to look for more than a few seconds

whenasked · 01-09-2014, 01:09 PM

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Originally Posted by dassub

It seems my brake fluid is sweating.
Is this normal? Or should I eventually get this checked out?
I'm not sure if there's a seal or something below the cap that would be a quick easy fix.

Isn't that power steering reservoir? If it is its normal

dassub · 01-09-2014, 03:09 PM

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Originally Posted by whenasked

Isn't that power steering reservoir? If it is its normal

Wow you're right, updated the thread. Thanks!

gzim335 · 01-09-2014, 03:31 PM

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Wow you're right, updated the thread. Thanks!

normal happened to my 335 and after few months to my brand new 328

ETexas335 · 01-09-2014, 05:03 PM

So why does it do that? Can't we add a gasket or o-ring to seal it better? It makes a real mess...

PichaDis11 · 01-09-2014, 06:05 PM

It isn't normal. Is it somewhat ok? Yes. There is a gasket ring under the cap to prevent the fluid from seeping out like that. It has served its purpose and became flat and deserves a replacement. If you would like a p/n I can provide if needed. price is 5.34

dassub · 01-09-2014, 06:51 PM

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Originally Posted by PichaDis11

It isn't normal. Is it somewhat ok? Yes. There is a gasket ring under the cap to prevent the fluid from seeping out like that. It has served its purpose and became flat and deserves a replacement. If you would like a p/n I can provide if needed. price is 5.34

A part number would be great, although I'm in Canada, so I won't be surprised if the price ends up being double or triple that

PichaDis11 · 01-09-2014, 07:16 PM

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Originally Posted by dassub

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Originally Posted by PichaDis11

It isn't normal. Is it somewhat ok? Yes. There is a gasket ring under the cap to prevent the fluid from seeping out like that. It has served its purpose and became flat and deserves a replacement. If you would like a p/n I can provide if needed. price is 5.34

A part number would be great, although I'm in Canada, so I won't be surprised if the price ends up being double or triple that

P/n: 32411128333. The tax part of Canada I have no help on that side of life. lol

Meeni · 01-10-2014, 02:03 AM

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Originally Posted by PichaDis11

It isn't normal. Is it somewhat ok? Yes. There is a gasket ring under the cap to prevent the fluid from seeping out like that. It has served its purpose and became flat and deserves a replacement. If you would like a p/n I can provide if needed. price is 5.34

This. Replaced that gasket last month, takes 20 seconds, cost $3 and solves the seeping.

samulis · 01-10-2014, 08:42 AM

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Originally Posted by PichaDis11

P/n: 32411128333. The tax part of Canada I have no help on that side of life. lol

Thanks for the Part number, mine is doing the same thing!

Agentphish · 01-12-2014, 06:09 PM

Correct part for 08 328i?

PichaDis11 · 01-12-2014, 09:00 PM

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Correct part for 08 328i?

Yes. I have that same year car and should be for all E90-3. Same reservoirs.

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