Power Steering Reservoir - BMW / E36 / E39 / E46 / E6X | 32416851217-ZF

Product Information

The power steering reservoir is a component in a vehicle’s power steering system that holds the power steering fluid. This fluid is essential for the hydraulic operation of the system, allowing smooth and effortless steering. The reservoir maintains an adequate level of fluid to ensure the power steering pump has a constant supply, helping to reduce friction and keep the system lubricated.

• Low Power Steering Fluid Level: If there’s a leak in the reservoir, fluid levels will drop. Low fluid levels make steering harder and can cause damage to other components like the power steering pump
• Noisy Steering: When fluid levels drop due to leaks or blockages, the power steering pump may produce whining, squealing, or groaning noises, especially during turns, as it struggles to operate with inadequate fluid
• Difficulty Turning the Steering Wheel: A lack of fluid due to a leaking or faulty reservoir can lead to increased steering effort, making the wheel hard to turn, especially at low speeds.

About ZF

ZF Friedrichshafen AG, also known as ZF Group, and commonly abbreviated to ZF (ZF = "Zahnradfabrik" = "Gear Factory"), is a German car parts maker headquartered in Friedrichshafen, in the south-west German region of Baden-Württemberg. ZF is an innovation-driven company that develops volume production-ready products based on its own research and development efforts and thus invests in the future in a targeted way. As a company that develops OE parts, manufacturers expect innovative products from ZF to distinguish their companies and vehicles from the competition. The focus is increasingly on functions for improved driving dynamics, comfort and safety, with fewer individual components or systems. Founded in 1915, ZF has evolved from a supplier specializing in aviation technology to a global mobility technology company.

ZF is a global technology company and supplies systems for passenger cars, commercial vehicles and industrial technology, enabling the next generation of mobility. The ZF family of brands includes Lemforder, TRW, Sachs, ZF, Wabco, Boge and Stabilus. In the four technology domains Vehicle Motion Control, Integrated Safety, Automated Driving, and Electric Mobility, ZF offers comprehensive OE solutions for established vehicle manufacturers and newly emerging transport and mobility service providers. There are many ZF parts that contribute to reducing emissions and protecting the climate.