How to Replace a Power Steering Pump

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  • Опубликовано: 21 ноя 2024

Комментарии • 6 тыс.

  • @chrisfix
    @chrisfix  3 года назад +2112

    Hope you guys learned something new! Next up I will be gutting the car for a roll cage. Time is super tight with the first race starting June 11th and finishing June 13th! I have a lot planned so lets see how it goes! Here are some videos to expect:
    -How much weight can you get out of your car (weight reduction)
    -How to install a quick release steering wheel
    -How to install a battery cutoff
    -How to install a fire suppression system
    -What is it like to race for your first time EVER!

    • @kenan_allaham
      @kenan_allaham 3 года назад +13

      Oooooh i am so excited!!! 11th june is the day which i finish my exams

    • @trnxjd4549
      @trnxjd4549 3 года назад +8

      woohoo thx for the information:)

    • @trnxjd4549
      @trnxjd4549 3 года назад +4

      i will stay tuned for all of those upcoming vids!

    • @Ice90001
      @Ice90001 3 года назад +4

      You’re not gonna believe me when I tell you that I was looking for one of these videos yesterday on your channel and I couldn’t find one and I’m like he really needs a power steering pump video because I got a leak on my power steering

    • @kasunmaddumahewa715
      @kasunmaddumahewa715 3 года назад +2

      Excited..😍
      BTW, are these torquing specs from genaral bolt specs or special auto specs ?
      Thanks.👍👌

  • @Reallyraywhat
    @Reallyraywhat 3 года назад +2024

    Time for me to watch something I’ll never do but since it’s Chris Fix we watch 😂

    • @joesparrow9436
      @joesparrow9436 3 года назад +28

      Most relatable comment 🤣

    • @Partnerthedog
      @Partnerthedog 3 года назад +17

      I already know how and have done it and I still watch lol

    • @rasky1991
      @rasky1991 3 года назад +35

      I don't even own a car.

    • @adampyro834
      @adampyro834 3 года назад +8

      its one of them things you might never need to do but then maybe you do come across it, do you send the car to the garage or do it yourself. Chris always makes it seem easier because he breaks it down but also shows you differences, but when you think about it these things really aren't that hard to do maybe just awkward at times in cramped spaces etc...

    • @EatCarbs
      @EatCarbs 3 года назад +2

      I hear ya
      lol

  • @yeetmaster6628
    @yeetmaster6628 3 года назад +427

    I’m convinced that there simply do not exist any person who is better at explaining stuff than Chris.

    • @spartacussmith7070
      @spartacussmith7070 3 года назад +2

      There was and he's no longer alive.
      It's Hitler.

    • @angelofanella7860
      @angelofanella7860 3 года назад

      Check out buddy’s diy he’s good like Chris

    • @piotrkottas5137
      @piotrkottas5137 3 года назад +3

      Zach Jobe from donut media is great at explaining too

    • @jamesklebenow6885
      @jamesklebenow6885 2 года назад +1

      Chris would make a great automotive instructor.

  • @solopine9624
    @solopine9624 3 года назад +352

    Your channel is basically a UNESCO world heritage site now. It’s like a virtual dictionary on all things car maintenance. Thanks Chris :)

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  3 года назад +68

      Haha that’s the goal!

    • @nuclearmelon7817
      @nuclearmelon7817 3 года назад +18

      I'm starting my automotive service technician apprenticeship in about a year and a half and this channel has really helped expand my knowledge on automotive maintenance

  • @berkutmotovlogs7954
    @berkutmotovlogs7954 Год назад +536

    The old lady that sits and reads the newspaper on her porch next door is probably an automobile genius by now watching him do this for so long

    • @crimtek
      @crimtek Год назад +7

      @officerchrisfix2 bro thought he was slick

    • @user-elias103
      @user-elias103 9 месяцев назад +1

      Yeah

  • @Vandipranthan
    @Vandipranthan 3 года назад +1273

    Chrix fix makes everything simple... :)

    • @aleks_ivanov
      @aleks_ivanov 3 года назад +26

      True. I have been working on my 2001 e46 and I'm telling you - it's not simple at all, but watching him makes me wanna go down in the garage and start working on it again

    • @hrishi6724
      @hrishi6724 3 года назад +5

      Vandipranthan Uyir 🔥🔥🔥❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

    • @HiRaN123
      @HiRaN123 3 года назад +14

      True..! Watching this guy for almost 5 years now... Learned everything from the pro himself 😂.. And this shows he even has fans accross the world even from the god's own country kerala !❤️

    • @yungboicontigo9278
      @yungboicontigo9278 3 года назад +10

      @@HiRaN123 same dude. I’ve been watching him well before he hit 1 million subs, and that was in 2016. Chris has came a long way!

    • @Sharma.rider_0172
      @Sharma.rider_0172 3 года назад +3

      Hii
      I am vaneet from India I want learn and do work with you

  • @vyws
    @vyws 3 года назад +698

    It’s so satisfying to see the old rusty parts get replaced with the new ones.

    • @jayasmrmore3687
      @jayasmrmore3687 3 года назад +2

      I agree

    • @cityguyusa
      @cityguyusa 3 года назад +4

      And so maddening to see them rust again after they get wet.

    • @Didier665
      @Didier665 2 года назад

      Keep up the good work

  • @57F100
    @57F100 3 года назад +10590

    Chris getting a new gf: out with the old, and in with the new.

    • @EpicMel0ns
      @EpicMel0ns 3 года назад +339

      I was about to like this but saw it was at 69, let’s keep it like that

    • @KristianNowak
      @KristianNowak 3 года назад +122

      @@EpicMel0ns welp that didnt happen cuz its at 78 now soo

    • @EpicMel0ns
      @EpicMel0ns 3 года назад +90

      Damn you people oh well take my like now🤣

    • @jaydenjun8555
      @jaydenjun8555 3 года назад +40

      Out with the old
      And in with the new

    • @ito_obli
      @ito_obli 3 года назад +262

      And never forget to lubricate the o-ring

  • @handymanhoney-do6881
    @handymanhoney-do6881 2 года назад +271

    The diagnostic portion is always as valuable as the actual repair! Well done.

  • @1231231231231231able
    @1231231231231231able 3 года назад +2259

    You made this video specifically to turn the wheel and show you’ve been working out, don’t lie.

  • @maxminutiae1170
    @maxminutiae1170 3 года назад +128

    I’d like to take a minute to appreciate just how difficult it must be to get a camera angle on just about everything inside an engine. It really is a skill all on its own.

    • @flagmichael
      @flagmichael 3 года назад +5

      IIRC an early video showed he went to college for videography. I could be mistaken, but his product gives me no reason to doubt it.

    • @fanosoX
      @fanosoX 3 года назад +13

      That’s what separates Chris from the other diy channels. They all know cars inside and out but Chris has professional level production. His shots and edits are unparalleled

    • @stealthk4190
      @stealthk4190 3 года назад +10

      Chris's face is a camera

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  3 года назад +44

      Thanks a lot! I spend a lot of time making sure the camera angles are good so you guys can see what’s going on. Sometimes a simple shot takes a few hours.

    • @user-mr8yq5lf6v
      @user-mr8yq5lf6v 3 года назад

      @@stealthk4190 He face revealed (probably didn't want to) quite a few times now

  • @GBall_Vision
    @GBall_Vision 3 года назад +14

    Keep teaching dude. Your a hell of a teacher and I’m a newbie when it comes to doing any automotive work, I’m a carpenter and I’ve never cared to until I got my truck. You’ve taught me a shit load

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  3 года назад +3

      Thanks a lot man! That is the goal! I want people to learn enough to start working on their cars.

  • @brandontuxen7665
    @brandontuxen7665 3 года назад +109

    Quick tip, put a jack under the front of the vehicle and take the pressure off the wheels. It's a lot easier to turn that way. Also, if you get some air trapped in there, like the Dodge/Chrysler setups like to do(particularly the old Cummins trucks), you may have to turn the wheel lock to lock without the engine running first to push some of that air out.
    Good luck all! Thanks Chris! Another great video!

    • @denbyscott5745
      @denbyscott5745 Год назад +6

      also helps avoid flat spots on the tires, low consequence but good practice

    • @donoimdono2702
      @donoimdono2702 Год назад +4

      ​@@denbyscott5745- I made slip pads by placing a folded plastic trash bag between 2 paper grocery sacks to put under each front tire. That puts pressure on the tires but they slip super easy. The pump needs a bit more pressure than being fully off the ground.

    • @flintdavis2
      @flintdavis2 Месяц назад +1

      @@donoimdono2702that’s important to know! Thanks, I’ll just muscle it over, I need the exercise.

    • @donoimdono2702
      @donoimdono2702 Месяц назад

      @@flintdavis2 - it requires very little muscle.

  • @thelegendaryredx7710
    @thelegendaryredx7710 3 года назад +63

    As proud e46 owner nothing makes me happier than seeing Chris own one for the channel!

    • @209euro2
      @209euro2 3 года назад +1

      I just sold mine all white even custom white rims on 360 limo windows 😢

    • @arcuz7862
      @arcuz7862 3 года назад

      You're proud at such a hunk of junk? Damn, talk about lowering your standards.

    • @thelegendaryredx7710
      @thelegendaryredx7710 3 года назад +4

      @@arcuz7862 you’ve clearly never owned a bmw before what’s not to like about the e46 chassis it’s the best car I’ve owned coming from Toyota’s and Honda’s. Life’s too short to drive around boring cars talk about lowering your standards🤣

    • @drummerdude100
      @drummerdude100 3 года назад

      @@thelegendaryredx7710 good cars if you don’t mind fixing something every couple of weeks haha

    • @thelegendaryredx7710
      @thelegendaryredx7710 3 года назад +4

      @@drummerdude100 no not really it’s just basic maintenance preventative maintenance is essential for all cars people really just expect a car to maintain its selves sometimes 🤣

  • @robertteichert3706
    @robertteichert3706 3 года назад +370

    It amazes me the production quality on his videos and for so many years he still keeps up with doing it all by himself pretty impressive

  • @karysmuh
    @karysmuh 3 года назад +172

    Maybe it's just the editing, but that's the cleanest and most fuss free messy job I've ever seen

    • @ApartmentKing66
      @ApartmentKing66 3 года назад +5

      When I went to bleed my Malibu's brake lines, I found that Chris made it look 100 times easier than it actually was.

    • @Ozaneee
      @Ozaneee 3 года назад +9

      @@trevorappleby8855 Well if you know how to do it, it'll be an easy job so the same as him.

    • @Legendnum23
      @Legendnum23 3 года назад +2

      I’m pretty sure he preps everything before filming probably even use penetrating fluid to loosen the bolts and get ready to film or probably pre loosen everything that needs to be done to make the video makes it clearer. But yea what you see here is how the job gets done but in reality we deal with rust, bolts braking off or some stuff that doesn’t come undone. Just gotta know how to get around it.

    • @Alexander_l322
      @Alexander_l322 3 года назад +1

      The power of editing

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  3 года назад +23

      Thanks. This job went extremely smoothly! I was impressed with how easy BMW made working on it! Just enough room for the tools and the fasteners were not stuck or over torqued!

  • @chief9161
    @chief9161 9 месяцев назад +9

    Hey Chris, just wanted to thank you for your videos! Your info is short and to the point. You don't wonder off about who invented the wheel or about the history of the car. Stuff that has nothing to do with your video. The majority of mechanics or DIYers on RUclips drift off the topic of the video, you don't do that! You stay on topic and to the point!
    Thank You and keep them coming!
    Blessings

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  9 месяцев назад +3

      Thanks a lot!

    • @VoltisArt
      @VoltisArt 8 месяцев назад

      "...about who invented the wheel ..." Sorry, had to snicker at this a little, considering how many wheels (incl. gears, pulleys, and the impeller core) are actually in this video and at least partially related to the process. More than even the average car repair video, I think.
      Also noting Chris coming back to read and comment two years later. Very nice.

  • @eaglesfan19029
    @eaglesfan19029 3 года назад +82

    I love the Soapy wooder advert on the ebay listing printout. Love that attention to detail!!

  • @ItsKing32
    @ItsKing32 3 года назад +367

    Chrisfix: “get a pry bar”
    Also Chrisfix: *whips out a screwdriver*

    • @AUTOdidact77
      @AUTOdidact77 3 года назад +3

      On a "real" (metal) pulley you would need one (at least)...

    • @jwboilermaker
      @jwboilermaker 3 года назад +7

      The “prydriver”

  • @jey-t9z
    @jey-t9z 7 месяцев назад +4

    The way he always has the best camera angles

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  7 месяцев назад +1

      I spend a lot of time trying to get the best shots for you guys!

  • @LazerLord10
    @LazerLord10 3 года назад +701

    I have electric power steering, so... I'm still gonna watch this video.

    • @D3nn1s
      @D3nn1s 3 года назад +12

      Pretty sure i have an electric one too. The car has park assist so it would only make sense.

    • @milk-it
      @milk-it 3 года назад +4

      That's a whole other video in itself for Chris to take apart! Good idea :-).

    • @D3nn1s
      @D3nn1s 3 года назад +7

      @@milk-it i dont think he owns cars with electric steering. Also theres not much you can do, trace wires and replace the motor or the entire unit

    • @TheGamingNorwegian
      @TheGamingNorwegian 3 года назад +4

      @@D3nn1s His dads Maserati probably got electric steering.

    • @SLIMOFICATION
      @SLIMOFICATION 3 года назад +12

      *i have no car but.... Still gonna watch this one lol*

  • @mooska7457
    @mooska7457 3 года назад +282

    it’s crazy to think there’s chris’s generation where the car enthusiasts were inspired by magazines and their families being car geeks, and there’s this generation where everyone is inspired by chris fix and donut

    • @auroaxz3564
      @auroaxz3564 3 года назад +11

      No definitely not Donut, pack of hard to listen to ‘Donuts’

    • @nargapishxps2
      @nargapishxps2 3 года назад +5

      James is my favorite

    • @StalesGaming
      @StalesGaming 3 года назад +5

      MCM and ChrisFix top 2 i reckon

    • @mooska7457
      @mooska7457 3 года назад +2

      @@auroaxz3564 yea i was talking about donut media

    • @mooska7457
      @mooska7457 3 года назад +2

      @@StalesGaming i rarely watch mcm but i guess i’ll start watching it now, never seen too much of their content tho i hope it’s good

  • @furkan10ky
    @furkan10ky 3 года назад +13

    Thanks for keeping things like the stuck pully at 10:00 in the video. It makes the video last longer, but shows that's I'm not the only one that always has these kinds of problems when trying to fix my car.

  • @doodskie999
    @doodskie999 3 года назад +5

    Holy shit! That noise demonstration saved me hundreds of dollars,
    I had the same squealing noise, a mechanic said my power steering pump or water pump is defective, I told him its probably the tensioner and try to replace it.
    turns out it was the tensioner!
    Thank you so much!

  • @Agrofutur
    @Agrofutur 3 года назад +17

    I am a mechanic apprentice and I am learning a lot from your videos!
    Go on! You are the best!

  • @thenoob69
    @thenoob69 3 года назад +51

    How on earth Chris managed to get all these camera angles and work on the car at the same time is beyond me

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  3 года назад +28

      It takes a lot of time but I do it so you guys can actually see what’s going on!

  • @AkashKumar-rl1jc
    @AkashKumar-rl1jc 3 года назад +110

    Can we get a video showing us how to strap stuff to a trailer/ roof/ bed or trunk?
    Most of us know how already but we just want to hear Chris say “that ain’t going any where”

    • @blackDrMe1409
      @blackDrMe1409 3 года назад +8

      "That's not gonna budge!"

    • @jordananderson8299
      @jordananderson8299 3 года назад +4

      Especially when washed with soapy wooder, torqued to spec and threadlocker added

    • @jaydenjun8555
      @jaydenjun8555 3 года назад

      Ttg

    • @williamwheaton8117
      @williamwheaton8117 3 года назад

      After watching some dash cam videos, some individuals need that video

    • @jef6404
      @jef6404 3 года назад +1

      I think he did a video where he went to a drift meet and towed his supplies with the driftstang and of course he said “that ain’t going any where”

  • @tyronecastillo16
    @tyronecastillo16 3 года назад +5

    I get a sense of calm everytime i hear the torque wrench click over at the right torque. I dont know why but its satisfying.

  • @manuelstarr3602
    @manuelstarr3602 3 года назад +8

    Chris, I have been playing with mechanics for about 60 years and I would just like to compliment you on your informative videos. You try to cover most problems people encounter with the best solutions. Well done lad and keep up the good work.

  • @mr.nobody9074
    @mr.nobody9074 3 года назад +663

    Seller: how mant bottles of threadlocker you need?
    Chris:**yes**

  • @callmehaz
    @callmehaz 3 года назад +209

    Am I the only one who is just a kid, doesn't have a car and just watches these videos for fun

    • @ryanravencaller
      @ryanravencaller 3 года назад +5

      I have been watching chrisfix SINCE i was a kid!

    • @gamerprez3272
      @gamerprez3272 3 года назад +3

      im with you

    • @mertansprinter
      @mertansprinter 3 года назад +2

      im with you but actually no cuz im 12

    • @vexsweaty8957
      @vexsweaty8957 3 года назад +1

      nah

    • @maybeatrap6818
      @maybeatrap6818 3 года назад +4

      i don't have a car yet and im still considered to be a kid, so, yeah.

  • @oidoubleu
    @oidoubleu 2 года назад +3

    I’ve been watching your videos for years now, before having my license even. I’m so glad you bought an e46 and are making content with it, it helps to know I can come to your page instead of scrolling through 10 low quality videos demonstrating something simple.

  • @johnruiz8941
    @johnruiz8941 3 года назад +189

    Let's talk about the muscles chrisfix has when he turns the steering wheel.

    • @therealjaypowell
      @therealjaypowell 3 года назад +55

      More like Chrisflex

    • @keegan6312
      @keegan6312 3 года назад +10

      He be ripped asf 🥵🥵

    • @jdreaper2176
      @jdreaper2176 3 года назад +12

      Chris is a buff guy. Breaking all those rusted bolts is hard work 💪

    • @jendralhxr
      @jendralhxr 3 года назад +3

      Did he actually do it to bleed the line while the car was still on the ramp? Perhaps if he jack up the car and let the front wheels loose, the job could have been easier.

    • @keegan6312
      @keegan6312 3 года назад +4

      @@jendralhxr he has to show off all that muscle duh

  • @neino36
    @neino36 3 года назад +55

    Thank you, Chris. Honestly, thank you so much. In no small part, you are responsible for me methodically and slowly fixing small issues in my cars that only a few years ago I would have definitely paid a mechanic to fix. There are still bigger issues I go to a mechanic for. But that line is slowly moving up.
    Just literally yesterday I decided to check the vacume lines for my turbo before I sent the car to a mechanic to fix the turbo. Sure enough, there was a leak and all it took were two tubes of shrinkwrap over a small cut. (I'll change the line if it becomes a problem again.)
    I know for a fact that even half a year ago, I didn't have the courage, know how or self trust required to even attempt to check what could be wrong with a turbo.
    I know that, because the turbo has been acting funky for half a year before I finally gathered the courage to actually check it myself, thanks to youtubers like you, showing that fixing a car doesn't require years of experience or all specialty tools.

  • @rcrouch4652
    @rcrouch4652 3 года назад +65

    i dont even have a power steering issue i just watch for Chris lol

    • @TruckDaddyyyyy
      @TruckDaddyyyyy 3 года назад +1

      same and now if we do ever have one we know how to fix it

    • @Jonahflores2800
      @Jonahflores2800 3 года назад

      Nobody does , Just keep watching.

    • @Forkspartans
      @Forkspartans 3 года назад

      Makes me wish I had a power steering problem just because now I know how to fix it 😂😂

    • @lazerbruh5619
      @lazerbruh5619 3 года назад

      Same

    • @bakr240
      @bakr240 3 года назад

      i dont even have a car im just watching

  • @POW2000
    @POW2000 3 года назад +6

    I never thought someday I grow up and have the knowledge and ability to change out a power steering pump...this is insanely awesome!

  • @Jasonlopez00
    @Jasonlopez00 3 года назад +47

    I wish Chris was my math teacher. He just explains everything amazingly.

  • @stefanm67
    @stefanm67 3 года назад +37

    There is a reason that you get so many views Chris..... Great filming and perfect explanations. Thanks so much and hi from the UK.

  • @saurabhsrivastv
    @saurabhsrivastv 3 года назад +295

    waiting for "hey guys! today I am going to show how to fix a car without having a car"

    • @saurabhsrivastv
      @saurabhsrivastv 3 года назад +12

      ohh man i am so excited

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  3 года назад +113

      You can always help out on friends/family cars :p

    • @saurabhsrivastv
      @saurabhsrivastv 3 года назад +7

      @@chrisfix thanks buddy i am just kidding

    • @crusaderanimation6967
      @crusaderanimation6967 3 года назад

      Well you can repair someone's car but that can be hard since this someone have to trust you with his/her car.

    • @saurabhsrivastv
      @saurabhsrivastv 3 года назад +1

      @@JNR_STUDIOS. why

  • @RayTheomo
    @RayTheomo Месяц назад +1

    Chris fix fixing what you need to fix is good.
    Him fixing it on the exact same model and year you have is God smiling at you.

  • @dallasgodsey5915
    @dallasgodsey5915 3 года назад +21

    Chrisfix is a guy that you can chill, have a nice conversation with, and share a nice cold glass of medium-strength threadlocker with.

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  3 года назад +2

      I prefer a Soapy Wooder on the rocks.

  • @donovanvictor1563
    @donovanvictor1563 3 года назад +9

    Love that Chrisfix takes the editing to next level and smoothly shows us a bad powersteering pump on a good unit absolute Legend

  • @addisonworley8579
    @addisonworley8579 3 года назад +21

    20:25 He got very excited over the mass airflow sensor being SECURED and I absolutely love it

  • @spiritadvertizing6632
    @spiritadvertizing6632 Год назад +5

    Hello Chris, After watching many of your videos I am convinced you are gifted. In addition, you are very thorough in the making of your videos. Thank you for being so thorough regarding your instructions. Being many years older than you, I have to say, it is a pleasure listening to you. Why? Many at your age lack the skills or inclination to use proper grammar or convey their presentation in a concise to the point manner.

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  Год назад +3

      Thanks a lot! It takes me many takes to be concise and to convey the information like this and comments like this always remind me it's worth it!

  • @TooFastTooSlick
    @TooFastTooSlick 3 года назад +162

    Chris Fix saving people’s lives out here 😭

    • @unsettled_5
      @unsettled_5 3 года назад +2

      Time is running short. Biblical prophecies are happening before our very eyes. People tend to stumble across the prophecies. If you noticed maybe even your TikTok feed is now being filled with more Christian TikToks. I don’t know who needs to hear this but it’s time to turn to Jesus Christ now. The Rapture is coming faster than ever. Get to know Christ today, get saved. God loves you so much he sent his only son Jesus to die on the cross for us . This isn’t about “Religion” anymore it’s about knowing Christ before it’s too late.

    • @Vxmp_Chris
      @Vxmp_Chris 3 года назад +1

      Rrrr

    • @slipknotfan2217
      @slipknotfan2217 3 года назад +6

      @@unsettled_5 please shut up about religions and let people believe in whatever they want

    • @charis.s
      @charis.s 3 года назад +1

      @@slipknotfan2217 I agree

    • @brandon33371
      @brandon33371 3 года назад +3

      @@unsettled_5 but jesus was a street magician and made a bunch of retards believe he had superpowers

  • @barrymccockner3683
    @barrymccockner3683 3 года назад +13

    Chris fix has saved a lot of people a lotta money, I click on his videos even if I’m not doing that specific thing. However he’s so good at explaining and interesting to watch that I’ll click anyway and it feels good to support his videos.

  • @keanureff4738
    @keanureff4738 3 года назад +517

    mom : “why does the turkey taste like power steering fluid?”

    • @CrispyMustard
      @CrispyMustard 3 года назад +49

      I do have a question how does mom know how power steering fluid taste like

    • @tgnm9615
      @tgnm9615 3 года назад +5

      @@CrispyMustard who even taste power steering fluid. Lol

    • @KensleyInnocent
      @KensleyInnocent 3 года назад +12

      @@tgnm9615 you guys don't taste power steering fluid?! 😳

    • @absenthurdle5666
      @absenthurdle5666 3 года назад

      @@KensleyInnocent wait…. That’s not normal…?

    • @TheQuilava96
      @TheQuilava96 3 года назад +6

      @@tgnm9615 I drink power steering fluid after leg day

  • @MrDaky90
    @MrDaky90 6 месяцев назад +4

    I'm genuinely surprised he didn't OCD about cleaning the brackets 😄. Love you Chris! I'm very happy you're finally making BMW videos

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  6 месяцев назад +1

      I usually would but that was not important at this time haha

  • @RickyRegal.
    @RickyRegal. 3 года назад +458

    Chris actually made this video as an excuse to flex his forearms.

    • @LadyChaos1992
      @LadyChaos1992 3 года назад +27

      He does have nice tone to him though without being disgustingly ripped

    • @YeOldeGeezer
      @YeOldeGeezer 3 года назад +3

      Forearms? Where? He’s a weakling! 🤣🤣

    • @thecanaryisdead4745
      @thecanaryisdead4745 3 года назад +16

      Biceps are hot on him. Yeppers

    • @versansky75
      @versansky75 3 года назад +10

      Thinking the same thing

    • @RickyRegal.
      @RickyRegal. 3 года назад +6

      @@YeOldeGeezer missed out on the heart bud

  • @xKoRxClanPs3
    @xKoRxClanPs3 3 года назад +8

    Never in my life has these tutorials been relevant or useful. But every time he uploaded I can’t miss it.

  • @JacobLongActingJourney
    @JacobLongActingJourney 3 года назад +5

    Only 30 seconds uploaded, and you have over 200 lives. Your making a difference in this world Chris. Thank you for the helpful videos!

  • @nassertalibi4954
    @nassertalibi4954 Год назад

    I spent a lot of money in my Honda Accord to fix the fluid leaking at maintenance shops. Each one told me a different reason. Now, I really know what to do. Many thanks Chris 😍😍😍.

  • @Bilko367
    @Bilko367 3 года назад +34

    My car: Squeals every time I turn to lock
    Chris: Replicates it and shows me it's just the belt.
    Not what I came to the video for but at least I know what to replace now.

  • @burning_motherboards
    @burning_motherboards 3 года назад +11

    *Respect this man, he saving us from workshops that scam and make us learn.*

  • @JackStrood
    @JackStrood 3 года назад +102

    Doug Demuro: "Caaars & Bids"
    eBay Motors: **Wakes up and sponsors all car RUclipsrs**

    • @modifire6418
      @modifire6418 3 года назад +3

      VVVVVISSSSSS is war

    • @JackStrood
      @JackStrood 3 года назад +2

      @@modifire6418 Even Donut reacted to his auction site

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  3 года назад +24

      They wanted to work with me before Cars and Bids but the pandemic hit. They are def not competing with Doug. Two different types of sites.

    • @modifire6418
      @modifire6418 3 года назад +1

      hi Chris :)

  • @firefungus3147
    @firefungus3147 3 года назад

    Thank you Chris Fix. You saved me a couple of days without a car and $310 bucks, thinking it was a bad power steering pump. It was just low fluid. Decided to change out the fluid rather then add more. Thanks again.

  • @Charcoalcash
    @Charcoalcash 3 года назад +58

    I would definitely recommend to do the rear subframe reinforcement before that race. Those models had thin metal holding the subframe in. They make kits to weld in to stop it from cracking, tearing, ect.

  • @chaunceyhayes7050
    @chaunceyhayes7050 3 года назад +7

    I just want to thank you for being here on this Earth. You are Teaching me a lot of things and is giving me the potential to be a mechanic in the future and is pushing me not to give up. Thanks again, Keep the videos coming much love and God Bless You 🙏🏾.

  • @sharjilislam4206
    @sharjilislam4206 3 года назад +5

    That instant smoothness of the steering after several hard times trying to pump the fluid, was satisfying enough!

  • @KycenPetersen
    @KycenPetersen Год назад +1

    You make working on cars look so much more fun than the experience I’ve had, probably cuz I’m always working with my dad. He’s worked on cars his entire life but he’s gotten sick of it so he gets pretty grumpy anytime he has to take something apart rather than a quick service. Perhaps it’s just his attitude that changes the experience.

    • @eshk7281
      @eshk7281 Год назад

      It is. I don't have my own car but everytime i fix a car in cms i'm grumpy if i have been doing it for like the past 3 hours but when i boot the game up for the first time in a while i'm always excited

  • @thetrailwanderers4076
    @thetrailwanderers4076 3 года назад +19

    Even though he didn’t had to, he tries to take the wheel off without destroying it. That’s what that differs ChrisFix from any other “do it yourself guy” on RUclips. His attention to details would have made me comfortable working on my own car if I had one.

  • @christophermorin9036
    @christophermorin9036 3 года назад +121

    This video got clicked faster than Arnold Schwarzenegger's torque wrench.

  • @reidbankert4425
    @reidbankert4425 3 года назад +114

    ChrisFix is like the “dad how do I?” Of Motorheads

  • @RaviThakorR
    @RaviThakorR 6 месяцев назад +1

    I've been watching RUclips for almost 14 years and this is the best tutorial for anything that I've seen. Thank you so much Chris. You saved me so many $$$$. Any chance you know pressure washer diameter?

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  6 месяцев назад +1

      Thanks a lot! And it's saying it's 14x20mm (the part number is 32411093596)

  • @HkanAktas
    @HkanAktas 3 года назад +4

    You're giving me the confidence to buy an old car and work its problems out on my own without worrying about finding a good mechanic. Thanks Chris!

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  3 года назад +2

      Do it!!!!

    • @qazqa5
      @qazqa5 3 года назад

      Seriously. Do it. I’m in the process of it right now. I love every second of it despite some of the things I may say when I can’t get a bolt loose.

    • @HkanAktas
      @HkanAktas 3 года назад

      @@qazqa5 I will, looking for a good candidate as a first car 👍

  • @hetormolina1785
    @hetormolina1785 3 года назад +182

    This hurts my heart seeing an e46 in that condition sheesh

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  3 года назад +82

      She’s being put to good use now!

    • @phenomenallyphen
      @phenomenallyphen 3 года назад +6

      @@chrisfix ok

    • @jayasmrmore3687
      @jayasmrmore3687 3 года назад +1

      @@chrisfix my car is idling noisily and sputtering. What could this mean? I looked under the hood and couldn’t see anything wrong.

    • @maxwhite496
      @maxwhite496 3 года назад

      @@jayasmrmore3687 if you check the lemon car video it's like two or three before this he fixes the rough idle in this car you might be able to try that

    • @maxwhite496
      @maxwhite496 3 года назад

      @@jayasmrmore3687 also note the scanner he uses had reviews of people having problems with showing advanced codes on non us domestic/na domestic vehicles

  • @alexvdvelde
    @alexvdvelde 3 года назад +4

    Dear Chris. I'm amazed at how well you can explain everything down to the last detail. You show everything razor sharp on video so that everyone can see it well and really learn something from it. Precisely because you explain so well without errors, your videos are nice to watch until the end. Thanks Chris keep it up.

  • @mwapemusonda5483
    @mwapemusonda5483 Год назад +2

    While am enjoying Chris video very educative and informative!who else is watching and enjoying this video???

  • @Dan_the_car_man
    @Dan_the_car_man 3 года назад +27

    Next time when you’re bleeding the power steering fluid raise the front wheels off the ground. It makes turning the wheel a lot easier and is better on the new pump

    • @juperrr
      @juperrr 3 года назад +1

      Exactly.

    • @MrPonovn
      @MrPonovn 3 года назад

      Or drive the car (carefully ofc) if you don't have a way to lift both wheels at the same time, it will also be a bit easier to steer and won't damage your driveway (if the car in on the ground) or risk moving the ramps.

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  3 года назад +3

      Totally could do that. Wasnt worth the time and effort to get the jack and jack stands out.

    • @andrewvoigt1133
      @andrewvoigt1133 3 года назад

      best is with the wheels completely off the ground. Then if you can't do second best that being an empty lot so the car is moving when you torque on the steering wheel, you can use dish soap on the steel ramps.

    • @hmata3
      @hmata3 3 года назад

      One other thing, you should also allow the pump to get filled with some fluid before u start the car. Otherwise, if you can damage the new pump as it heats up, even with the turning if the wheels.
      For example, before tightening the high pressure line, allow gravity to pull fluid downwards. As soon as you see fluid dripping out of the high pressure fitting, then you can tighten to spec..
      Cool video!!

  • @JMully57
    @JMully57 3 года назад +509

    Someone start a go fund me so chris can get his drive way paved

    • @DutchDukeMan
      @DutchDukeMan 3 года назад +49

      i don't think this dude is short on money lol

    • @1231231231231231able
      @1231231231231231able 3 года назад +43

      @@DutchDukeMan I’m sure he’s working on buying them a house as well as one for himself too.

    • @XxDeeJayxX
      @XxDeeJayxX 3 года назад +4

      size doubled*

    • @grahamd.8713
      @grahamd.8713 3 года назад +9

      Chris goes to great lengths to make his projects accessible, using the simplest tools and methods whenever possible. The fact that he does his projects on an imperfect, aged residential driveway, and not in a shop with smooth epoxy floor a lift and 50,000 watts of flourescent lighting, is an extension of that same spirit of accessibility and achievability. Chris is smart not to upgrade himself out of an audience.

    • @nekoashide
      @nekoashide 3 года назад +3

      @@grahamd.8713 Only reason I watch, in the driveway with hand tools and all of the problems that come with that.

  • @mikemckenzie3634
    @mikemckenzie3634 3 года назад +6

    Man, I can't thank you enough for these detailed car and truck videos. God bless and keep posting.

  • @ShowemRight
    @ShowemRight 2 года назад +1

    Wow, you're a mechanic, and auto body tech, now thats what you call multi talented.

  • @eathermask613
    @eathermask613 3 года назад +9

    Every time I'm on this channel I learn something new
    Keep up the quality content

  • @caruser4
    @caruser4 3 года назад +15

    It's six in the morning. I never wake up this early even with an alarm. I woke up a minute after you posted, no alarm 😄

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  3 года назад

      Dang your ChrisFix senses were tingling haha

  • @aggelosm.9125
    @aggelosm.9125 3 года назад +11

    Chris fix: Makes it look so easy🛠️
    You (feeling confident) : Open your engine bay and close it immidiantly after taking a look

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  3 года назад +7

      It’s not hard when you have the methods down and know what you need to do from start to finish. Hence the reason I make the videos haha

    • @andriuspetkuz7992
      @andriuspetkuz7992 3 года назад +1

      some engines, especially newer ones are really hard to work on, because everything is so cramped up under the hood :D

    • @HardstyleBulgaria
      @HardstyleBulgaria 3 года назад +1

      @@chrisfix Yep,if you don't know you can learn,but sadly the biggest problem (for me at least) is that i have no where to repair my car,no garage,no lawn (i am not in my home country where i have so much space) in the Netherlands as far as i know its not legal to work on your car when on the street :(

    • @MichaelPSmith-mps
      @MichaelPSmith-mps 3 года назад +1

      Lol! This! My favorite is the rusty bolts... 5 seconds in the video... 45 minutes and skinned knuckles in real life

  • @ImMyOwn1234
    @ImMyOwn1234 Год назад +1

    He printed out the webpage and there’s an ad for his product on it. Big flex. Love this guy

  • @wpmwatchyt4553
    @wpmwatchyt4553 3 года назад +17

    Yay, another video on the lemon race

  • @FaaaaapMaster
    @FaaaaapMaster 3 года назад +17

    I see that you used synthetic power steering fluid. BMW recommends using an automatic transmission oil. It even says so on top of the reservoir: "atf oil only". Is there any difference in those fluids?

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  3 года назад +8

      I spoke to PEAK about this and they said that their fluid is the same as ATF but it has anti-foaming additives to prevent cavitation which is what probably caused this pump to fail. They also said their fluid meets/exceeds bmws specs. That’s why I used it. I always like to use the correct stuff so I decided to use my contacts to make a call! Great question!

    • @m2lukas
      @m2lukas 3 года назад

      @@chrisfix I know on older BMW's somewhere it states that "Use Castrol Oil Only". I do recommend using Castrol oil and the specs that they were ment to be only on BMW's. BMW's are little bit delicate when it comes to using upgraded oil specs. Was a big difference with the e46 316i when workshop swapped from BMW spec Castrol oil to unknown spec Motul Oil. Engine sounds more rough now.
      BTW Love the channel, everytime i need to do something on my car I check if you have a video about it, so I know what I am getting myself into :D

  • @Wasper216
    @Wasper216 3 года назад +8

    Imprint on the reservoir: Use ATF only.
    ChrisFix: nah, I’m gonna put some shady European full synthetic power steering fluid in.
    Also: when you bleed the pump, you actually don’t want to have your wheels on the ground. Makes turning easier and your steering components will thank you.

    • @FrozenHaxor
      @FrozenHaxor 3 года назад

      Actually in E46 all you need to do is step on the gas, and then the pump will prime itself and start to circulate. No need to wrestle it left to right like that.

  • @poormansporsche744
    @poormansporsche744 Год назад +1

    This is awesome, I watched this video years ago but recently bought a $400 325ci 2003 that has no power steering, went to watch your video on how to do the pump and happened to be a fellow e46 so same parts/bolts, just minor differences.

  • @Bossjohinator74
    @Bossjohinator74 3 года назад +6

    Recently found the channel. Working on a 90' chevy lumina. You work on fun cars. The last few videos are exactly the next part of fixing it. Love coincidences/(that french word wh where everything comes together). I am forever watching you episodes. Plus your video editing is... human grunting noises good.

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  3 года назад +2

      I'm glad you found the channel and that is pretty coincidental! Thanks a lot and welcome aboard!

  • @xpdvic
    @xpdvic 3 года назад +7

    Hey Chris, many thanks for this and a lot of great videos, saved me a lot $$$, stopped going to the mech, except for heavy stuff and lift, you really helped me get my 92 Crown Vic P71 Interceptor back in great shape. Retired DOD occasionally driven. The last video you saved me big was replacing the odometer gears, was told I could only get a whole odometer. You've encouraged me to keep it up and well maintained. Peace Bro, Good health and safety to your family and friends.

  • @malikshahwaiz7208
    @malikshahwaiz7208 3 года назад +48

    Me: chris my tooth hurts.
    Chris: Dont worry you just need common hand tools

    • @raphprobably
      @raphprobably 3 года назад +3

      Common hand tools and soapy water and you're good to go.

    • @mr.g00gs
      @mr.g00gs 3 года назад +2

      @@raphprobably *soapy woader*

  • @christen1075
    @christen1075 3 года назад

    Oh you're not gonna believe this. I got a Jersey bred E-36 with a high pressure hose leak and I've been dillydallying about replacing that line, even thought I've had the part in the garage for over a year. What are da odds we're both working on virtually the same system.... Go figure. Excellent video, and get cracking on more factory videos like the NRS brake pad build. Beats me going to Canada, since my last factory visit was 1956 to the GM assembly plant in Linden, NJ (long gone now). NRS is on my list for all my replacement work now.

  • @Corrosion37
    @Corrosion37 3 года назад +23

    21:00 helps to jack up the front of the car so the wheels are free moving.

  • @DANIEL-ls5ku
    @DANIEL-ls5ku 2 года назад +5

    21:35 When I was young we didn't have power steering but the steering wheels are designed so you can turn the wheel easier than the modern versions like this one.

  • @SeizedaJay
    @SeizedaJay 3 года назад +5

    I need a ASMR of just the bolt and torque clicks!

  • @sanelatutaris15
    @sanelatutaris15 2 месяца назад +2

    You are so amazing. I wanna watch all your videos. Those that I need and those that I don’t. Thanks for being the BEST at your job.

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  2 месяца назад +1

      Thank you! Glad the videos are helpful!

  • @alttoomeansstop1151
    @alttoomeansstop1151 3 года назад +14

    You're like the favourite teacher in every school.

  • @ThinkMoneyBenny
    @ThinkMoneyBenny 3 года назад +71

    The owner needs to watch Chris’s “how to clean engine bay” video.

    • @ThinkMoneyBenny
      @ThinkMoneyBenny 3 года назад +4

      @JV Harbin if you don’t like to keep things clean, then just say that.

    • @snabel4393
      @snabel4393 3 года назад +7

      Chris is the owner bruh

    • @viktorshvets9670
      @viktorshvets9670 3 года назад +2

      @@snabel4393 he's talking about previous owner.

  • @אלןחייםשיטרית
    @אלןחייםשיטרית Год назад +3

    אני תמיד נהנה ליראות את הסירטונים/העבודה שלך
    פשוט מהנה
    תודה רבה

  • @rackets001
    @rackets001 3 года назад

    Something I've never had to do, and don't have to currently. But if I ever have to, I feel confident I could after watching. I imagine a lot of mechanic garages must feel like you're giving away all their secrets with your easy to follow diy videos. Makes a lot of work seem much less intimidating!

  • @eddiehoff3824
    @eddiehoff3824 3 года назад +7

    Yes chrisfix fixing a bmw! My steering works perfect but happy to know he’s working on M54’s now

  • @burnindiesel2626
    @burnindiesel2626 3 года назад +99

    Someone would feel like the luckiest person in the world if Chris bought the same car they had

    • @Slicdique
      @Slicdique 3 года назад +1

      Lol me when I bought my 4.6 😂

    • @LarryGoggins000
      @LarryGoggins000 3 года назад +2

      Bro I got a 2000 Ford ranger and every video he’s working on his Mazda, I’m loving life!

    • @mariogarzon7199
      @mariogarzon7199 3 года назад +1

      I actually have a 2003 Mazda B 3000 and looking up repair videos is how I found Chris fix’s Channel 😎

    • @repaleonhalo9754
      @repaleonhalo9754 Год назад

      Yup cause on my Hyundai everything is located somewhere else 😢

  • @colebaker7998
    @colebaker7998 3 года назад +77

    Person buying a car off Chris:
    “Why wont any bolts break lose”
    Chris:
    “Now apply your medium strength thread locker”

  • @Lars.terKeurst
    @Lars.terKeurst Год назад

    Bought my own E46 last week, i had the same problem. I did fix it today, never done my own maintenance. Thanks Chris 👍🏼

  • @harshvardhansingh538
    @harshvardhansingh538 3 года назад +8

    Chris got a good forearm workout turning that steering wheel :D

  • @cycl0n362
    @cycl0n362 3 года назад +8

    As always nice video, well made, and simply explained!
    The only thing you might want to consider are self tightening springy hose clamps (don't know if there's a actual name for those) as screwing type clamps don't account for temperature changes during engine operation and different times of the year ...

  • @timj1196
    @timj1196 3 года назад +6

    It may help to jack stand the car off the ground when removing air from system. Rock on Chris ! 🤩

    • @EvanDerickson
      @EvanDerickson 3 года назад

      Was wondering about that. Never done this job, but it seems like it would be at least a little easier without the tire friction.

  • @thomasfanella7080
    @thomasfanella7080 Год назад

    Mine was screaming when I turned it on, but I’m pretty sure it’s a BUNCH of air. I was scared to move it, but you’ve convinced me to just send it and it should be good. Thank you!