You can use whatever Power Steering fluid you like.
dex 3 automatic transmission fluid (ATF) for the power steering.
The steering wheel in your 1996 may be hard to turn because you are low on power steering fluid. You can add some on your own and your steering wheel will not be hard to turn.
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A 1996 Ram uses regular power steering fluid of any brand.
Answer;The power steering fluid I put for a 1996 Audi is; CHF 11S , From PENTOSIN ( Made in Germany )
where the power steering fluid box is on the drivers side of the engine for the v6
standard powewr steering fluid.
in front of the engine, on the passenger side, you should have the power steering pump. Open the reservoir cover and fill with power steering fluid.
It is important to maintain the fluid levels of a car. In this car, power steering fluid can be added directing to the power steering reservoir under the hood, labeled with a cap stamped with power steering.
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.
According to the 1996 Ford Ranger Owner Guide : Yes , Motorcraft MERCON automatic transmission fluid is used as the power steering fluid
Have had the same problem in the mornings or when the engine is cold. I suspect the power steering belt is slipping.