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Eatkinson

Post subject: Power steering fluid?

PostPosted: Sun Sep 21, 2014 1:31 am

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The fluid in the power steering pump of my '60 Valiant is red in color. Looks very similar to trans fluid.

Taking inventory of some of my automotive fluids and I found a bottle of Prestone power steering fluid. Popped the top and it is clear.

Ok to add to the red I have, or is there a different brand/type I should be using to add to what's already in the pump? I have no idea what brand is in there - way back when I didn't used to pay attention to such things.

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PostPosted: Sun Sep 21, 2014 1:37 am

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Chrysler had a P/S fluid available. As far as I know the factory did not want ATF in there. Remove the red stuff, and flush it, add correct (designated) P/S fluid. My 2 Â¢.

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