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Changing Power Steering Fluid - what type? 850 1996

posted by  someone claiming to be Chris on  Wed Dec 20 14:15 CST 2006 [RELATED]

I have a 1996 Volvo 850. The Power Steering fluid looks like it should be changed, which I plan to do with a turkey baster once per week for the next month or so. Question is, what type of fluid should I use. My manual just says "ATF" - but does anyone have any more specific recommendations???

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Changing Power Steering Fluid - what type? 850 1996

posted by  someone claiming to be Merlin on  Wed Dec 20 16:24 CST 2006 [RELATED]

I'm using synthetic ATF (Mobil 1) and it works really well. But you could use any Dexron type ATF ( III or lV) or whatever you are using in the Auto Trans.








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Changing Power Steering Fluid - what type? 850 1996

posted by  someone claiming to be bl on  Wed Dec 20 17:09 CST 2006 [RELATED]



I'd second the Mobil 1 ATF







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Changing Power Steering Fluid - what type? 850 1996

posted by  CarVolvo on  Fri Dec 22 05:43 CST 2006
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all of the above are good..but the best solution is flush the system regularly to keep everything working smooth!








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posted by  phly50 on  Fri Dec 22 07:50 CST 2006
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As well as changing the fluid using Dextron III, I have fitted a magnefine filter to the inlet line to the reservoir, as any seal damage due to particles of metal in the fluid is a major problem requiring replacing the steering rack.
Others have suspended a magnet in the reservoir to catch particles of magnetic material such as steel that might be in the fluid. The magnefine filter has a magnet as well as a filter. The makers recommend it be changed out once a year.

Phil
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