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Is transmission fluid and power steering fluid the same thing?
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∙ 14y ago
In older model vehicles they were one in the same. Always refer to the owners manual and the cap to the reservoir. The cap will reference Dexron-Mercon for General Motors, Toyota and other makes. Ford vehicles reference type F. However...Newer model vehicles have specific Power Steering fluids that are different from conventional transmission fluids. Both are still hydraulic fluids but are not interchangeable.
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Can you use transmission fluid for a 1992 Toyota Camry when the manual says the power steering fluid is Dexron 2?
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Ford Taurus every time you turning your wheel to left or right it squeak?
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Is brake fluid the same thing as power steering fluid?
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i never knew such thing ok
If someone has put trans fluid in the power steering of a 1996 Explorer can it be removed and should you be worried?
My husband says not to worry. He puts it in his truck power-steering fluid frequently. It's best to use PS fluid, but tran fluid can be substituted in a pinch. However, you cannot put PS fluid in the tranny.AnswerActually, Mercon ATF is the recommended power steering fluid for 96' Ford Explorer XLTs. ANSWERno problem at all. its not the best thing in the world.. but it works. just don't ever use power steering fluid in the trans
Car squeals when turning the steering wheel?
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Some vehicle have either a transmission oil cooler or a power steering oil cooler in that location.Some vehicle have either a transmission oil cooler or a power steering oil cooler in that location.
I am having a hard time turning the wheel of my 1990 Toyota Camry and was wondering if this problem has anything to do with the power steering if so how do i replace or add more power steering fluid?
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