At the lowest hose point available, loosen a steering fluid line and allow to drain into a bucket. When the system has drained, tighten the line and fill the system with new fluid.
According to the 2000 Ford Crown Victoria Owner Guide : ( Motorcraft MERCON automatic transmission fluid is used as the power steering fluid )
If you have an electric power steering system, that means you HAVE NO FLUID. Therefore no fluid to change in the 1st place.
According to the 2002 Ford Crown Victoria Owner Guide : Motorcraft MERCON automatic transmission fluid is used as the power steering fluid
What is this? Simply put, power-steering fluid is the hydraulic fluid that transmits the
right next to the engine
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Punch the person that told you to change it in the first place. It has electrically assisted power steering. No fluid.
You can use the regular power steering fluid from you local auto parts, or use Dexron III transmission fluid. Either is good.
For a Ford Crown Victoria, the recommended power steering fluid is typically Ford's Mercon ATF (Automatic Transmission Fluid). It's important to check your owner's manual for specific fluid requirements, as some models may also be compatible with other types of power steering fluids. Always ensure the fluid is clean and at the appropriate level to maintain optimal steering performance.
Denise, the fluid goes in the power steering pump resovior at the same place you check the level. Make sure to check the level when the fluid is hot.
To check the power steering fluid in a 1997 Ford Crown Victoria, first ensure the engine is off and cool. Locate the power steering fluid reservoir, which is typically found near the front of the engine compartment on the driver's side. Remove the cap and check the fluid level against the markings on the dipstick attached to the cap. If the fluid is low, add the appropriate type of power steering fluid until it reaches the recommended level.
Type 'F' ATF.