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Power Steering fluid, because of the friction, requires cooling. Sometimes this is done by putting cooling fins on part of the pipe that the fluid runs thru. Other times there is a small loop with cooling fins like a mini radiator next to the power steering pump. And finally the design may actually bring the power steering fluid through a loop that is actually inside the radiator to allow the coolant to cool it. The coolant and power steering fluid never mix, just exchange heat. More typically, it is actually the automatic Transmission Fluid lines that run to the radiator for cooling.
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What happens if you mix transmission fluid and power steering fluid?
Alot of transmission fluids are the same as power steering fluid so I wouldnt worry
What type of steering fluid for a 2004 passat?
Synthetic power steering fluid from the dealer only. Do NOT mix drugstore power steering fluid, ATF, or non-synthetic fluid in your steering system. Damage to the seals/gaskets could result in leaks.
Is a small amount of anti-freeze mixed with power steering fluid harmful to power steering?
Yes. Oil and water do not mix.
Does it matter if you mix different brands of power steering fluid?
Mixing brands of power steering fuel does not make a difference. Just be sure to not mix different types of fuels.
Is it ok to mix ATF and power steering fluid in the power steering system?
That depends on the year, make,model, etc. Some vehicles do use ATF as the power steering fluid, others do not.That depends on the year, make,model, etc. Some vehicles do use ATF as the power steering fluid, others do not.
Your 1994 dodge started making a noise while driving then power steering fluid was leaked out then the steering became really tightI drove 6 hours like this adding fluid when stopping is my pump bad?
Well......without fluid around the pump I am sure you didn't do it any good driving it that long. May I suggest you add some Lucas Power Steering additive and some power steering fluid to your pump, usually a 20%-80% mix. I would go heavier with a 40%-60% mix and see if your power steering unit still works. I hope you fixed the leak first before following this advice.
Is transmission fluid supposed to leak in to the power steering pump on a 1995 ford explorer?
of course not! No liquid of any type in a vehicle should MIX with another liquid. i.e. gas, transmission fluid, washer fluid, coolant, power steering fluid. You may want to investigate your problem further. but Meany fords use automatic transmission fluid in power steering pump. if it leaking out then have it checked, but if it is in the pump check owners manual and see what is suppose to be in there,
Can you mix hydraulic fluid with power steering?
Power steering fluid is a hydraulic fluid and is engineered to do a specific job - it should not be mixed with anything.General purpose hydraulic fluids are used to operate machinery that does not normally race down the highway at 100km per hour with you behind the wheel.There are a few different power steering fluids - Dexron, Mercon, Type F; use the one that is recommended for your vehicle.
Will brake fluid cause damage if you use it as power steering fluid?
YES! Brake fluid is pretty nasty stuff. It'll eat up paint, if spilled, etc. I'd leave it to the brake reservoir only. HOWEVER, you CAN substitute Automatic Transmission Fluid for power steering fluid. Top off if in an emergency if you need to, but if you're gonna use ATF permanently, I'd flush out the power steering system first and refill with ATF so they dont mix...
If there is water in the radiator then what?
there is supposed to be water in the radiator. your radiator is supposed to be evenly mix 50/50 with radiator fluid and water, preferably distilled water.
What if you mix trans fluid and power steering fluid in the transmissio 93 Plymouth sundance?
If any fluid except for the correct transmission fluid is put into the transmission of a car, it will eventually fail. If this happens, a person must flush the transmission of the car.
Can you put regular power steering fluid in a 1993 Subaru Impreza instead of the ATF?
ATF is for an automatic transmission. Automatic Transmission Fluid. If you're talking about putting power steering fluid in the transmission, I'd say no you can't. If for some reason this automobile requires ATF in the power steering equipment, I'd also say you can't use power steering fluid. They're quite different in terms of the additives. For the 99 Legacy the manual refers to using Dextron II, III or other. That's GM stuff. You can't use Ford ATF. I would check your manual which will tell you what you can use. Power Steering Fluid and ATF are generally one in the same. The additive issue probably is more important for the Tranny than the Pwr Steering pump. Some people mix the ATF up with brake fluid which will cause MAJOR problems.
