draining PS fluid
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From: Celaya, Gto. MX
I did it several times untill the fluid was clear (after actioning the steering between them), but in other post, I think TJ said to disconect the return hose and in that way you can flush it, check it out. 
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Originally Posted by RÖENTGEEP
I did it several times untill the fluid was clear (after actioning the steering between them), but in other post, I think TJ said to disconect the return hose and in that way you can flush it, check it out.
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I'd recommend using ATF in it like the owners manual says instead of that clear power steering fluid. Most of those have seal swelling agents in them, smells like brake fluid.
If it ain't leaking don't try to stop it I guess, Just change the fluid a couple times a year.
I've always used type F in all my ford power steering units BTW. Never had one go bad on that. I know up to 91 called for it but I think the 97's call for mercon.
If it ain't leaking don't try to stop it I guess, Just change the fluid a couple times a year.
I've always used type F in all my ford power steering units BTW. Never had one go bad on that. I know up to 91 called for it but I think the 97's call for mercon.
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Originally Posted by m14dan
I'd recommend using ATF in it like the owners manual says instead of that clear power steering fluid. Most of those have seal swelling agents in them, smells like brake fluid.
If it ain't leaking don't try to stop it I guess, Just change the fluid a couple times a year.
I've always used type F in all my ford power steering units BTW. Never had one go bad on that. I know up to 91 called for it but I think the 97's call for mercon.
If it ain't leaking don't try to stop it I guess, Just change the fluid a couple times a year.
I've always used type F in all my ford power steering units BTW. Never had one go bad on that. I know up to 91 called for it but I think the 97's call for mercon.
