I searched the forum for some info on thisand didn't find any, so I'll start this one;
I've been noticing some fluids on the garage floor and assumed transmission fluid. WellI'm correct, only it is coming from the fittings near the power steering cooler. I think there is a leak at the fitting on the cooler but the hose is wet up from the fitting so I'm thinking it is also leaking upstream from the cooler as well. Do you recommend replacing the entire cooler and hoses? Just replace the hoses and re-work the fitting? What other power steering issues might I be in for?

I checked the power steering reservoir back in March and as I remember, it was about 1/2 full then, so I've lost about 1/2 a tank of fluid in 6-7 weeks.This all got my attention when I started driving and noticed a little noise coming from the power steering pump while turning. It only did it a couple of times and stopped once it warmed up. I checked the power steering reservoir and immediately filled it. I filled the reservoir up with the factory recommended Dexron III. I don't think I did any permanent damage to the pump, or did I?

Any guidance will be helpful