Searched and found SEVERAL references to apparent issues on E39 PS brackets and alignment of belt etc. I find very few references to power steering problems on E60's.
Mine has gone to getting a little "chunky" when cold, then goes normal after 3-5 min. Last few days, getting some squeal when cold. Today, I parked it in the garage, and after running for just a couple seconds and squealing, I smelled hot rubber, like something was misaligned and dragging on the belt. Bearing, bracket, pulley or tensioner. I haven't ever looked in or at one, so I will dig in in a day or two.
Any threads or DIY's I haven't found yet? Send me a link if so please. Hopefully Wednesday I will tear in and document sharing what I find.
Thanks Gents and One lady.
Mine has gone to getting a little "chunky" when cold, then goes normal after 3-5 min. Last few days, getting some squeal when cold. Today, I parked it in the garage, and after running for just a couple seconds and squealing, I smelled hot rubber, like something was misaligned and dragging on the belt. Bearing, bracket, pulley or tensioner. I haven't ever looked in or at one, so I will dig in in a day or two.
Any threads or DIY's I haven't found yet? Send me a link if so please. Hopefully Wednesday I will tear in and document sharing what I find.
Thanks Gents and One lady.