FAR more luck this morning guys!
So as it turns out, I did have the right allen key in my tool box. I have a set of about 18 allen keys & screw tips for one of my power screw drivers and one of them fit like a glove. It's the 5/32 key. As planned - I had sprayed some WD40 on the 5 screws and let it sit for about 20 minutes. Snapped the allen key on my power screw driver and the screws unscrewed with very little effort.
I have to say, WD40 has saved my life on more occasions then I care to remember.
Propping out the power steering fluid knob, there was absolutely no sign of fluid on the stick. Unfortunately the placement of the fluid container is such, with the seat back rear bar that you can't peep into it. For the life of me, from no angle, could I get a look into the container. Finally used a long, thing, plastic wire-tie. There's NO Fluid in the container. It's bone dry!! Very disturbing.
So at this point I have to pick up the Pentosin CHF 11 S synthetic hydraulic fluid from one of my local auto stores. I'm assuming this would be the right kind:
Pentosin CHF 11 S
This store is barely 5 minutes from my house. Online these 1 liter bottles are about $20, but can't find them any cheaper then $25 in most stores around here. Pep boys a bit down the road has the same for the same price. I'll probably just stop at O'Reilly.
Once I have the fluid replenished, I'll try driving around a little to see if the noise goes away. If it still doesn't, I'll have no choice but to bring it in to a shop.
LOL! I was going to mention. That's exactly what I have. The bottle of sealant & compressor. No spare.
Thanks guys.