Soooo.. I walked outside three days ago and there was a small puddle of "oil" from the front area of my H2. It appears to be a yellowy orange color. It's definitely not motor oil. I assume that it's probably from somewhere in the front end... I thought I would ask you guys before I went poking around as I have very little mechanical skills in this area. I will say that I got the local jiffy to look at it while they were changing my oil. They said they couldn't see where it was leaking from... Not that I am surprised. I do remember a similar smelling substance from my 1995 z71 back in the day. I had to replace my "ax-u-ate-or" as it was called. I did it myself and swore that I would never forget that smell. lol. This smells similar. This concludes my explanation. Anyone feel free to start wherever you see fit. What is it?

CB

 

Hello.
I just had the same problem. And it turned out to be the water pump. I would check that to see if it's the same for you.

 

When my dog used to do that rubbing his nose in it seemed to help....just a thought...

 

Power steering fluid? Check the level.

 

Thanks! Power Steering Fluid was quite low. Not sure where the leak is but I'll keep adding. lol

CB

 

CB, spray clean the underside of the PS pump and hoses. Use a degreaser and let it dry. Start the truck and move the steering from side to side a few times. Stop and look under again. Look for evidence of a leak, it just might be a loose fitting. If nothing found, look again after driving a few days. Hope you find it.

 

Thanks for the advice. I finally took the truck in to the shop. They replaced the bearings on the drivers side front wheel. Wheel was about to come off. lol. I sprayed the hoses etc too though as you stated. I think both problems are now solved. 500.00 bucks later. lol

CB