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Questions tagged [power-steering-fluid]

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Power steering stop leak risks?

2010 Silverado 1500; 4.8L My truck has a slow power steering leak. I top it up with 100 ml of power steering fluid every 500 km. I had a shop replace one of the power steering lines, thinking there was a leak in the line, but the leak persists. I'm…
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Replacing steering fluid

Just a quick question to ensure that everything is correct: On my 2009 Opel Astra I want to do a preemptive steering fluid replacement as the original fluid is quite old and is becoming dark. At the moment I do not have steering issues, but I was…
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Power Steering Pump Leak...Wrong Fluid Used

I recently had to have the engine replaced in my '05 Toyota 4Runner. I got it back about 4 weeks ago and about a week ago I discovered a leak at my Power steering pump. When the engine is running the fluid is slinging out around the pulley. I…
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Why is my power steering fluid bubbling back out?

My car keeps running out of power steering fluid. So after filling it back up with power steering fluid again, I left the car running and watched under the hood. The cap popped off and all of the fluid just came bubbling back out of it. What is this…
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Honda Pilot getting air in power steering system

2008 Honda Pilot, started getting a grinding/whining noise two weeks ago; traced it to the power steering pump. The noise only starts up after a few minutes of driving - it makes no noise when the engine is cold. Fluid in the reservoir gets frothy…
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Does power steering fluid go bad quickly?

I've always heard that brake fluid goes bad real fast (IIRC, it absorbs the moisture in the air). What about power steering fluid? Can you buy a large container and use it over the years? Or, like brake fluid, should you only buy what you need for…
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Power Steering Fluid Flush

I have a Nissan Almera 2006, the recommended power steering fluid is Dextron III or equivalent as per service manual. The power steering fluid I had in the system was red in colour, I'm pretty sure it was ATF Dextron II or similar. However this time…
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Do cars have a specific brake and power steering fluid or are they universal?

I am servicing my standard hyundai coupe 2006. Things like the engine oil, air filter and coolant have to be the specific ones for your car. However what about power steering and brake fluid, I can't find anything about specific power steering or…
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H2 Power Steering Leak

2003 Hummer H2: So it looks I got a leak between two places. One between the gearbox housing and the steering column; and another between the housing and pitman arm. I was able to find these leaks by putting some UV dye for oil based fluids in the…
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Does Power Steering Fluid Circulate Through Whole System?

Does all power steering fluid eventually move through the whole P/S system? In other words, would a drop of new fluid placed in the reservoir eventually get pulled in to system and circulated around?
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Sucking air in to the power steering system from steering rack shaft seals?

Is it possible to suck air in to the power steering system from steering rack shaft seals? My 2008 Honda Civic is making whining noise and I can see air bubbles in the steering fluid reservoir. I have replaced the o'ring in suction side. However,…
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Power steering leak in 82 GMC truck

I have a 1982 GMC K1500. This junction where the steering column connects to this other part is moist and occasionally drips a reddish fluid. What is this other part called and what is involved in fixing this?
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What is the correct Power Steering Fluid for a 2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ?

What is the correct Power Steering Fluid for a 2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ? I called a Jeep Chrysler dealership, and they said to not to use an ATF +4. Then I went to another Jeep Chrysler dealership, and they said the proper fluid is MOPAR ATF +4. So I…
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Prestone Power Steering with Stop Leak fluid for 2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ?

Is Prestone Power Steering Fluid with Stop Leak compatible with a 2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ? Note that I'm not expecting much from "Stop Leak", but unless it harms things, it doesn't cost any extra. Any reason not to use it if it's compatible? If it's…
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Water in power steering fluid

My power steering is making noise when turning, checked the fluid and it is a milky color. Was told that it has water in it. Should I do a flush and replace? Can I drive it this way?
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