its something the tire picked up, if it was from the suspension it would have rusted away years ago.,,

If you change to the new fluid line with the correct fitting you would then discover it doesn't fit the steering rack end. One option is buy the new fluid line and cut the end fittings off and install flare pressure couplers. Best bet is a junk yard original pump. Holland pik n pull salvage in North...

I used this mnual; transfer pump, stick a cigarette in the top inlet, connect the bottom outlet to the intake manifold and start pumping. https://www.amazon.com/HORUSDY-Multi-Use-Siphon-Transfer-Liquids/dp/B075C3NNZF/ref=sr_1_6?crid=1YVI2PH2H2M8C&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.orTTS0SS1DeHEq8E-bwxo9wO7_U-d8hU...

Theres 2 attachment styles shown , page 89 clamp to the side rails that go nose to tail end. page 88 is the style I used, mine has no side rails, they fit into recepticles in the gutter. no need to go crazy with the clamps, they grip very well. Run your fingers down the drain gulley, you'll feel the...

vida is service software program, dice is the OBD to USB interface. "Boot and go" ( vida on a USB stick) is a decent method if you have a laptop with 4MB of ram. https://diaglaptops.com/wp/vida2go/ If you forget to disconnect the battery and pull the seats out you'll need vida to clear the...

set up a camera or phone, pop the hood , put it in gear , step on the brakes and touch the gas,
Record, then watch the torque twist of the engine under load.
I had a loose cross engine torque bar that made noise.
Could be worn engine mounts.

around $50.

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got mine on amazon. I found the new water temp sensor was no good, I installed the original. https://www.amazon.com/Premium-Thermostat-Compatible-2002-2009-2004-2006/dp/B0D7HPY8ZN/ref=sr_1_1?af=eyJ2ZWhpY2xlTmFtZSI6IjIwMDQgVm9sdm8gVjcwIiwidmVoaWNsZSI6IjIwMDQtMjctMTUwLS0tLS0tLS0tLS0tIn0%3D&crid=11...

normal, the transformer high side is a complete circuit, otherwise you wouldn't be able to ohm test the output to test for continuity.
The 120v side is also a complete circuit, the two sides are isolated by the transformer design.

a code reader for your phone will indicate turbo boost pressure.
Vida can monitor several parameters.
could be many things.
Clogged cat, stuck turbo, turbo sensors, clogged intercooler or charge air pipe leak at the turbo.
But it should be setting a code of some type.
CEL?