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Great video. 100% correct. Factory maintenance intervals are designed to get your car to 100k miles. Rarely more than that. Cut them in half except for your OCI (still reduce it but maybe not in half) and you will still have a great car at 170k miles like I do.
I have an 02 duramax with the original power steering pump, hydroboost and steering gear. I changed ALL the fluids within the first month of owning the truck. 261,000 miles later and I am only just now starting to notice a need for a new power steering pump.
Most people never bother to replace power steering fluid in their vehicles. Heck, I know a guy who never changes engine oil in his car. He just adds oil when the red light comes on. He thinks that Toyotas never need anything changed. LOL. I always change PS fluid in all of our vehicles. Usually it's done every 20k miles. PS fluid is cheap and it takes very little time and effort to change it. BTW, the pump in your video is not a centrifugal type. It's a rotary vane pump. There is a set of constantly-adjustable vanes mounted on an eccentric hub within a closed housing. As the hub moves around the casing, the vanes constantly adjust to keep their tips in contact with the casing's inner surface. Oil is introduced into the casing and is carried around it by the vanes to the discharge point where it is forced out. These pumps are usually very efficient and reliable as long as there isn't much dirt in the fluid.
Thanks for this great video. There's no arguing with the chemical analysis test results, that tells the whole story. Obviously the car manufacturers don't want you to know you should change out the power steering fluid every 30-40K miles or 3 yrs to minimize wear and tear on the pump! That would mean no shop charges for power steering service!!
I use a turkey baster to remove as much fluid from reservoir and them add new.. then I rotate steering wheel lock to lock for about 20 times..then repeat procedure until the fluid that starts coming out is bright red. I have a 13 Edge and only use Motorcraft Mercon LV
@@repairvehicle I also pull the return line, add a clear tube as an extension and put it into a bucket. After emptying the old fluid. Then I block the reservoir hole and fill it with fresh fluid and turn the wheel back and forth, engine off. I keep topping off the reservoir and turning the wheel until nice fresh fluid comes out into the bucket. This gets more of the old fluid and contaminants out. But just doing the reservoir a few times is definitely better than nothing!
Toyota service writer literally told me to "wait till it breaks" and not do a valve inspection inside the engine after hearing some low-speed half-throttle sounds. Eventually a bad water pump was the loudest sound which I ignored for 5 years before the sound got weirder. I located the sound with a long screwdriver but I used a long skinny aluminum strip as a stethoscope too. Anyway before you rebuild an engine try changing all the fluids then use a dowel or something long and stick it on each component. The other end goes inside your 👂. BE CAREFUL. Now my car is sounding like new.
Factory intervals are designed to impress buyers in the sales room. Little connection to what's good for the hardware. Buyers are to blame for this. A desire to avoid servicing.
Thank you for the information. I have done mine in Toyota dealer on 40.000 KM and i was thinking that it is not very important. By the way, my father’s 2009 LC200 has done now 140.000 KM original factory PS oil with no issues up to now and he always tells me that i waste too much money on unnecessary services 😁
Hey man great video! I just did a power steering pump swap on my 99 ford ranger 2.5. I put a power steering pump from a 2004 jeep liberty 3.7. Should I add Mercon V fluid, Atf+4, or Lucas oil power steering fluid? I have all 3 of these fluid at my house.
I can confirm in nissans at least my altima there’s electronic power steering fluid. Epsf is what they call it you have to buy oem because it seems they’re the only one making it besides one other company. I don’t know what the intervals are but I changed mine twice. Wasn’t bad looking at all at 60k though which surprised me. Was still fairly clear, didn’t have any smell and not dirty.
@@repairvehicle also when you try to extract it they try and block you up top by putting a cover built in the reservoir with only tiny holes to allow fluid through. What I did was use a plastic drinking straw squeeze it flat stick it in the hole then put the straw into a siphon and taped the connection. Worked quite well to drain, nissan can't stop me from keeping my vehicle.
My grandma -who drives like a grandma, heard pump noise at 11000 miles. Level was dangerously low. I put Nissan eps fluid and the sound disappeared instantly. There's no warning lights and the only indicator is the pump cavitation or visualization of the empty reservoir.
I keep mine in good shape by sucking out the fluid from the reservoir and refilling it every time I change my motor oil. One bottle will last forever and your fluid will maintain a nice condition over time. Kinda just a quick drain and fill. If I do this I generally don't have the need for a major flush later down the line.
Doctor WarpSpeed I do the same as mine takes ATF (on lid of reservoir). Use a siphon pump to get as much out of reservoir then refill while waiting for old oil to drain.
Hello, I have a sealed Honda genuine power steering fluid 1L container made in 2017. Can I safely use it and for how much time having in mind that is already 3 years old? Thank you
Using just any atf does no good. ATF needs to be compatible and quality. I have been using this ATF for about 8 years now in my 2012 sequoia and 2011 Lexus and have zero problems, issues or complaints. I recommend using this ATF fluid for power steering www.amsoil.com/lookup/auto-and-light-truck/2021/toyota/tundra/5-7l-8-cyl-engine-code-3ur-fe-6/?zo=5257753
@@repairvehicle it gave me the link to my truck and then a bunch of different types of fluids. Do you recommend the OE ATF red or blue ? Not sure which one you meant
You can look up Wolfs Head super universal ATF and read the back label. Used for transmission power steering and hydraulics.. I use it in my 3012 Volvo XC60 power steering because it’s a hydraulic steering system. No problems at all. Smooth no squealing noise very quiet no steering sticking no vibration
Thank you for the video, but I’m having a difficult time understanding your accent, I can’t figure out what power steering fluid is my Mercedes 190e it’s a pinkish brownish color and I was told they use dex3 or something in those models and to switch it out for synthetic or like Pentosin CHF 11S, what are your thoughts?
@@repairvehicle 1988 Mercedes Benz 190e 2.3 and thank you for your reply my friend and creating good content. We are in the gold rush ages of the internet and the people that are early are the ones that will be getting 💰
Do you recommend using power steering fluid or atf. Like many Toyota’s recommend. The reason I ask is even though Toyota recommends using atf in. Power steering, it almost always comes filled with yellow ps fluid from the factory not atf (dex2 or dex3).
I prefer atf, because it's formulated to withstands higher temperatures and higher pressure. Also, atf provides better lubrication. At the end of the day either one works, but when it comes to performance, atf is better.
@@repairvehicleThat's surprising. I think a lot of manufacturers have technical service bulletins recommending ditching ATF and going back to dedicated power steering fluid/anti-wear hydraulic oil due to concerns over premature rack wear.
To give a little history all Sprinters are Mercedes but they have different badges on the outside. Mercedes, Freightliner & Dodge also til 2006 & then the badge became Ram. Mercedes put a power steering fluid in their reservoirs & I believe Freightliner used a ATF & Dodge used a hydraulic fluid all on the same van. A bit crazy but from my research it seems correct & they can't be mixed which makes it worse. Found I needed fluid yesterday & my journey began with all this craziness. I think I'm gonna have to drain the system because I have no clue what was used last. It does smell like hydraulic fluid but who knows what the last owners have used so it's the only way to be safe I guess. Sucks but it's reality.
Power steering fluid is a hydraulic fluid. However, there are different types. Here's what compatible with your sprinter www.amsoil.com/lookup/auto-and-light-truck/2006/dodge-trucks/sprinter-2500/2-7l-5-cyl-engine-code-4-4-diesel-turbo/?volume=us-volume&zo=5257753
@@repairvehicle Interesting but I can't say I have ever smelled that kind of a burnt smell from a power steering fluid as I have from hydraulic fluid. Maybe the different types dunno. Does compatible mean it's ok to mix with what's in there or does it mean it will work in the van & it needs to be drained & changed to this fluid? It probably only needs a ounce or so & it's not even giving me any problems. It's just a bit low on the dipstick so I.wanted to add a little which has turned into a nightmare of research.
why it does not last on the shelf after 5 year? one of my cars (BMW 318 TDS 262000 KMS, 1995) has the same PS fluid of 1995,never changed, it lasted all this time,and does not look bad yet; However,i,as a mechanic,almost N E V E R turn the steering with the car stopped; on any car,mine or customer's,it´s a habit
Hello i have a 2004 kia pregio diesel van. The owners manual says that the manufacturers recomended power steering fluid is PSF-III would ATF DEX 3 be better? also should i use regular ATF DEX3 or a fully synthetic ATF DEX3?
@@repairvehicle i heard that it is dex2 but kia and hyundai call it PSF-III to confuse buyers and make customers buy thier oem product that is actually dex 2
This sounds like a defective pump. Yes, I will change my Tacoma fluid at 80,000 just because I'm changing out everything. I've been driving and maintaining vehicles for over 50 years and I've not seen a failed PS pump.
When maintenance done on time and not per oem recommendation 260k miles is nothing. I have videos on Prius with over 500k miles still running good and no repairs
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that amsoil product? are you reccommending it??
I am using it myself and recommend to others too
@@repairvehicle Thanks, and should i use this as the power steering oil thing? im literally new at this so im going to pick one
@@repairvehicle are you able to link the product please, i click on that link and it takes me to some website, im from the UK
What do you have and year?
Great video. 100% correct. Factory maintenance intervals are designed to get your car to 100k miles. Rarely more than that. Cut them in half except for your OCI (still reduce it but maybe not in half) and you will still have a great car at 170k miles like I do.
What do you have and mileage?
@@repairvehicle 2016 Subaru Outback 3.6 @170k. About to turn 171k soon.👍
I have an 02 duramax with the original power steering pump, hydroboost and steering gear. I changed ALL the fluids within the first month of owning the truck. 261,000 miles later and I am only just now starting to notice a need for a new power steering pump.
Most people never bother to replace power steering fluid in their vehicles. Heck, I know a guy who never changes engine oil in his car. He just adds oil when the red light comes on. He thinks that Toyotas never need anything changed. LOL.
I always change PS fluid in all of our vehicles. Usually it's done every 20k miles. PS fluid is cheap and it takes very little time and effort to change it.
BTW, the pump in your video is not a centrifugal type. It's a rotary vane pump. There is a set of constantly-adjustable vanes mounted on an eccentric hub within a closed housing. As the hub moves around the casing, the vanes constantly adjust to keep their tips in contact with the casing's inner surface. Oil is introduced into the casing and is carried around it by the vanes to the discharge point where it is forced out. These pumps are usually very efficient and reliable as long as there isn't much dirt in the fluid.
Thanks for this great video. There's no arguing with the chemical analysis test results, that tells the whole story. Obviously the car manufacturers don't want you to know you should change out the power steering fluid every 30-40K miles or 3 yrs to minimize wear and tear on the pump! That would mean no shop charges for power steering service!!
You got it! Good job and thank you!
I use a turkey baster to remove as much fluid from reservoir and them add new.. then I rotate steering wheel lock to lock for about 20 times..then repeat procedure until the fluid that starts coming out is bright red. I have a 13 Edge and only use Motorcraft Mercon LV
unhook return line and the fluid will shoot out and you'll have it replaced faster
Bad advice disconnecting return line
@@repairvehicle I also pull the return line, add a clear tube as an extension and put it into a bucket. After emptying the old fluid. Then I block the reservoir hole and fill it with fresh fluid and turn the wheel back and forth, engine off. I keep topping off the reservoir and turning the wheel until nice fresh fluid comes out into the bucket. This gets more of the old fluid and contaminants out. But just doing the reservoir a few times is definitely better than nothing!
Toyota service writer literally told me to "wait till it breaks" and not do a valve inspection inside the engine after hearing some low-speed half-throttle sounds. Eventually a bad water pump was the loudest sound which I ignored for 5 years before the sound got weirder. I located the sound with a long screwdriver but I used a long skinny aluminum strip as a stethoscope too. Anyway before you rebuild an engine try changing all the fluids then use a dowel or something long and stick it on each component. The other end goes inside your 👂. BE CAREFUL. Now my car is sounding like new.
That’s exactly what every dealer wants, wait until it breaks because they can make more money
Factory intervals are designed to impress buyers in the sales room. Little connection to what's good for the hardware. Buyers are to blame for this. A desire to avoid servicing.
Thank you for the information. I have done mine in Toyota dealer on 40.000 KM and i was thinking that it is not very important.
By the way, my father’s 2009 LC200 has done now 140.000 KM original factory PS oil with no issues up to now and he always tells me that i waste too much money on unnecessary services 😁
He has no issues, but his power steering pump has a lot of wear that will lead to a problem later.
Hey man great video! I just did a power steering pump swap on my 99 ford ranger 2.5. I put a power steering pump from a 2004 jeep liberty 3.7. Should I add Mercon V fluid, Atf+4, or Lucas oil power steering fluid? I have all 3 of these fluid at my house.
As long as any of these fluids compatible with rack and pump
I can confirm in nissans at least my altima there’s electronic power steering fluid. Epsf is what they call it you have to buy oem because it seems they’re the only one making it besides one other company. I don’t know what the intervals are but I changed mine twice. Wasn’t bad looking at all at 60k though which surprised me. Was still fairly clear, didn’t have any smell and not dirty.
Thanks for sharing this
@@repairvehicle also when you try to extract it they try and block you up top by putting a cover built in the reservoir with only tiny holes to allow fluid through. What I did was use a plastic drinking straw squeeze it flat stick it in the hole then put the straw into a siphon and taped the connection. Worked quite well to drain, nissan can't stop me from keeping my vehicle.
Very good.
My grandma -who drives like a grandma, heard pump noise at 11000 miles. Level was dangerously low. I put Nissan eps fluid and the sound disappeared instantly. There's no warning lights and the only indicator is the pump cavitation or visualization of the empty reservoir.
I keep mine in good shape by sucking out the fluid from the reservoir and refilling it every time I change my motor oil. One bottle will last forever and your fluid will maintain a nice condition over time. Kinda just a quick drain and fill. If I do this I generally don't have the need for a major flush later down the line.
I like your approach. Thanks for sharing.
@@repairvehicle thanks for all the great videos. You have a new sub in me!
Doctor WarpSpeed
I do the same as mine takes ATF (on lid of reservoir). Use a siphon pump to get as much out of reservoir then refill while waiting for old oil to drain.
Hello, I have a sealed Honda genuine power steering fluid 1L container made in 2017. Can I safely use it and for how much time having in mind that is already 3 years old? Thank you
3-4 years sealed container usually is good for, after that you can have fluid separation and not being able to mix in.
My toyota remommends dextron ii or dextron iii, can i use dextron iii H, PLEASE help Sir.😊
What fluid do you recommend for a 21 tundra ? I keep hearing that it’s not good to use atf and to buy a dedicated power steering fluid but idk
Using just any atf does no good. ATF needs to be compatible and quality. I have been using this ATF for about 8 years now in my 2012 sequoia and 2011 Lexus and have zero problems, issues or complaints. I recommend using this ATF fluid for power steering www.amsoil.com/lookup/auto-and-light-truck/2021/toyota/tundra/5-7l-8-cyl-engine-code-3ur-fe-6/?zo=5257753
@@repairvehicle it gave me the link to my truck and then a bunch of different types of fluids. Do you recommend the OE ATF red or blue ? Not sure which one you meant
@tundras4ever552 , you can use red OE or red signature. I have used OE and then switched to signature Red
Can I use Wolfs Head super universal automatic transmission fluid in my 2012 Volvo XC60 power steering pump?
I would not use generic brand fluid. Also, I don’t know the specifications for Wolfs head.
You can look up Wolfs Head super universal ATF and read the back label. Used for transmission power steering and hydraulics.. I use it in my 3012 Volvo XC60 power steering because it’s a hydraulic steering system. No problems at all. Smooth no squealing noise very quiet no steering sticking no vibration
Oops sorry 2012 Volvo XC60. Great all around fluid.
Man thanks for your honestly
Any time!
Hello from Australia🇦🇺. This was a great video with great information. Thankyou for sharing. I just subscribed your channel is much appreciated. 👍
Thank you
Thank you for the video, but I’m having a difficult time understanding your accent, I can’t figure out what power steering fluid is my Mercedes 190e it’s a pinkish brownish color and I was told they use dex3 or something in those models and to switch it out for synthetic or like Pentosin CHF 11S, what are your thoughts?
What year is your Mercedes?
@@repairvehicle 1988 Mercedes Benz 190e 2.3 and thank you for your reply my friend and creating good content. We are in the gold rush ages of the internet and the people that are early are the ones that will be getting 💰
Do you recommend using power steering fluid or atf. Like many Toyota’s recommend. The reason I ask is even though Toyota recommends using atf in. Power steering, it almost always comes filled with yellow ps fluid from the factory not atf (dex2 or dex3).
I prefer atf, because it's formulated to withstands higher temperatures and higher pressure. Also, atf provides better lubrication. At the end of the day either one works, but when it comes to performance, atf is better.
Thx for the replay. :))
I use Mobil 1 Dex III synthetic ATF with Lubegard PS Protectant (small purple bottle) in my Lexus/Toyota. Very stout And meets spec.
Lubegard is doing excellent job destroying your transmission just like cancer
@@repairvehicleThat's surprising. I think a lot of manufacturers have technical service bulletins recommending ditching ATF and going back to dedicated power steering fluid/anti-wear hydraulic oil due to concerns over premature rack wear.
How do you change fluid on 2015 nissan rogue, sealed system. It has no pump or resivoir.?
Don't know.
It does not look like it can serviced in terms of greasing or changing fluid.
It probably has electric power steering. As such, Castrol does not list any power steering fluid for it on their product finder search engine.
Can I put Honda power steering fluid in my Toyota?
No
Saludos, Puedo usar atf d3 en range Rover SPORT 2006? Gracias
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What about systems that use hydraulic fluid? I'd guess it last longer than power steering fluid or ATF. Your thoughts?
What equipment are you referring too?
@@repairvehicle My 2006 Dodge Sprinter takes synthetic hydraulic fluid in the power steering reservoir.
To give a little history all Sprinters are Mercedes but they have different badges on the outside. Mercedes, Freightliner & Dodge also til 2006 & then the badge became Ram. Mercedes put a power steering fluid in their reservoirs & I believe Freightliner used a ATF & Dodge used a hydraulic fluid all on the same van. A bit crazy but from my research it seems correct & they can't be mixed which makes it worse. Found I needed fluid yesterday & my journey began with all this craziness. I think I'm gonna have to drain the system because I have no clue what was used last. It does smell like hydraulic fluid but who knows what the last owners have used so it's the only way to be safe I guess. Sucks but it's reality.
Power steering fluid is a hydraulic fluid. However, there are different types. Here's what compatible with your sprinter www.amsoil.com/lookup/auto-and-light-truck/2006/dodge-trucks/sprinter-2500/2-7l-5-cyl-engine-code-4-4-diesel-turbo/?volume=us-volume&zo=5257753
@@repairvehicle Interesting but I can't say I have ever smelled that kind of a burnt smell from a power steering fluid as I have from hydraulic fluid. Maybe the different types dunno. Does compatible mean it's ok to mix with what's in there or does it mean it will work in the van & it needs to be drained & changed to this fluid? It probably only needs a ounce or so & it's not even giving me any problems. It's just a bit low on the dipstick so I.wanted to add a little which has turned into a nightmare of research.
why it does not last on the shelf after 5 year? one of my cars (BMW 318 TDS 262000 KMS, 1995) has the same PS fluid of 1995,never changed, it lasted all this time,and does not look bad yet; However,i,as a mechanic,almost N E V E R turn the steering with the car stopped; on any car,mine or customer's,it´s a habit
it goes bad just like any other fluids, separation of additives.
Hello i have a 2004 kia pregio diesel van. The owners manual says that the manufacturers recomended power steering fluid is PSF-III would ATF DEX 3 be better? also should i use regular ATF DEX3 or a fully synthetic ATF DEX3?
I don't have any knowledge of psf-lll power steering fluid. I don't know if it's compatible with dex 3
@@repairvehicle i heard that it is dex2 but kia and hyundai call it PSF-III to confuse buyers and make customers buy thier oem product that is actually dex 2
Could a system that uses dex2 or dex 3 be able to use synthetic atf dex3?
In my Toyotas I can use for power steering dex2 or 3. I am using synthetic atf compatible with dex3
@@repairvehicle thankyou. 👍
Thanks 4 good info...
Great video 👍🏼
Hi, i can yo use oil atf dexron3 for range Rover SPORT 2006?
It depends on the brand. Also, is this for power steering?
This sounds like a defective pump. Yes, I will change my Tacoma fluid at 80,000 just because I'm changing out everything. I've been driving and maintaining vehicles for over 50 years and I've not seen a failed PS pump.
Pump is no defective, fluid cannot last past 50k miles without causing damage.
Please don't tell my old Toyota that went its whole 260,000 mile life in good shape.
When maintenance done on time and not per oem recommendation 260k miles is nothing. I have videos on Prius with over 500k miles still running good and no repairs
mechanic said it was not necessary to flush it out power fluid. I guess it's like the transmission cause more harm than good.
It's because he will make more money of you when it fails. Might as well don't change your engine oil.
@@repairvehicle thanks I got 09 taco 145000 miles did all my maintenance on time except for that!
@@repairvehicle That's the TRUTH !! I LOVE YOUR VIDEOS
@@HB-yq8gy , power steering fluid, coolant and brake fluid are the most common fluids being overlooked.
@@markarmstrong3394 , thank you.