worn seals on the Power Steering rack and pinion. In my case it was worse on the drivers side. Going rate for local mechanics to change is around $600+. For the DIY type its about $200 for rack, fluid, hoses (if needed), and tools (nothing special required). Oh yeah and about a full day to take off/put on. Then a front end alignment.
I use a synthetic power steering fluid. Vavoline is the brad I used.
dextron 3 auto trans fluid is the best i have seen same fluid with dye added
the filler lid has a dipstick with marks on it The reservoir tank also has indications on it.
Power steering fluid is what allow a driver to have full control of a hydraulic steering system. The proper power steering fluid used in a Toyota Camry DOT 3.
How many quarts of automatic transmission fluid does the 2001 Toyota Avalon automatic transmission hold?
In the bottom of the washer fluid reservoir
dexron 3
You can refill your 1986 Toyota Corolla power steering fluid through the power steering reservoir. The power steering reservoir will be on the left-hand side of the engine.
In the steering wheel fluid reservoir, passenger side of engine. Add dextron transmission fluid to it not "steering wheel fluid"
50,000 mi
It is important to maintain the fluid levels of a car with the correct types of fluid. A person can use a universal power steering fluid for a 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser.
On the left side of the engine compartment there is the reservoir for the power steering fluid. Make sure that you do not put steering fluid in the radiator reservoir.