Hello all, I am a new member and owner of a 2003 Red mini and I am hoping that someone could help me on a small matter. On many occasions, I lose my power steering...if I pull over and shut the ignition off, then start it back up I get my power steering back. It might work for 5 minutes or 5 hours. Anyone know what could be the issue, and/or how to fix it. I appreciate any help with this matter! Thx, Charlie
Welcome, thanks for joining Motoring Alliance, the FUN and Friendly MINI Community. MINIs Power Steering motors are known to go bad. Sounds like you have the classic symptoms of a motor on its way out. Might want to check to make sure there is nothing stuck blocking the fan from cooling the pump.
Welcome to M/A Like Nathan said sounds like the ps pump is going away. Check that the fan is not clogged with debris. If the fan is not working the pump will overheat & stop working. Good luck.