leak around reservoir to pump?

2001 DODGE DAKOTA
90,000 MILES • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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SPOHNER
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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?
Feb 28, 2009 at 2:38 AM
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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
Mar 2, 2009 at 10:43 AM
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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.
Aug 29, 2023 at 5:51 PM
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