Power Steering Fan Question

[paulrushton]

Hi

Just got the car back from the Inspection 2 service on my wifes MCS and got a list of other faults they have found. We've owned the car 3 days or so so was a little upset.

A couple of oil leaks and a leaking power steering pump. Total of over £900 if we want it doing!

I've read as much as i can of the HUGE thread on power steering and we'll be going back on monday to see what BMW will pay towards it.

I thought i'd have a look at it today to see how bad the leak was and couldn't really find one to be honest. It was a little grubby but i've cleaned it up and will monitor it so hopefully will find a leak.

My question is however when does the power steering pump cut in. I took it off to look at the pump but noticed it wasn't working. I cant seem to find an answer if it should be in all the time or just at certain temperaturesd.

Can anyone helpo please???

Thanks

Paul

[PK5]

What car have you purchased? Are any of it under warranty

[paulrushton]

Hi its a 2004 R53 Mini Cooper S. Done 72k. No warranty as private sale.

[paulrushton]

Sorry the last paragraph should be the power steering fan not the pump. The fan wasnt spinning when I started the car and wondered if it comes in after a set period of time or temperature.

Thanks again

[PK5]

it could be something as simple as a loose wire or something complicated like the pump.