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Back in the 80's or earlier you could use automatic transmission fluid in the Power Steering pump. But the newer cars use a different fluid altogether. As in the case of Honda you must be sure to use "only" fluid specifically labeled to meet Honda specs. Please ck your owners manual for the proper fluid.
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Can it hurt the steering pump by putting oil in it?
YES. your power steering pump is a hydraulic pump that pushes fluid through lines to make your wheels move. hydraulic fluid such as ATF or POWER STEERING FLUID is good for your power steering pump. it is a PUMP after all. OIL has the purpose of lubricating, and has very different qualities than hydraulic fluid. DO NOT put OIL in your power steering pump... put POWER STEERING FLUID or if you can't get power steering fluid AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID will do...
Are power steering and transmission fluid the same?
on a ford ranger ATF is used in the transmission and in the power steering pump even if it is a manule
What fluid should be used in the power steering pump of a geo prism?
you can try transmission fluid
Do you use power steering fluid or trans fluid in the power steering pump on a jeep liberty?
You should use power steering fluid in the power steering pump of the Jeep Liberty according to the owner's manual. Many people say that they prefer transmission fluid because it tends to be somewhat thicker.
What is power steering fluid Where does it go?
power steering fluid is fluid that makes the power steering pump work and it goes in the power steering pump under the hood.
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,
How do you Replace Steering wheel fluid?
Remove the plug on the bottom of the power steering fluid pump. Drain the power steering fluid out. Replace the plug to the bottom of the power steering pump. Replace the power steering fluid.
What fluid do you use in a 1995 ford econoline power steering pump?
Transmission fluid is fine...dextron III
Is it all right to use transmission fluid in place of power steering fluid for a 1990 Buick Lesabre?
NO the transmission fluid will cause the seals in the pump to leak
Can motor oil or transmission fluid be use in power steering pump?
NO ! -The power steering uses it's own type of fluid. Other types may damage seals.
When does a car need power steering fluid?
I'll be civilized and answer this. The power steering pump is a hydraulic pump that needs fluid to pump so it can move the power steering gear. Simpler said no fluid no power steering. Hope you are not offended.
What problems that can cause by using transmission fluid as power steering fluid for automatic?
You should have no issues should you use a Sythetic transmission fluid such as Nulon Multi vehicle fluid do not use regular grade auto fluid this can cause power steering pump slippage and or failure
