I noticed my power steering fluid leak...

[tom4bren]

Can anyone tell me whether to use Power steering fluid or ATF in my, about to be replaced, steering gear (that I just purchased from RockAuto..great customer service there)?

Scott,

The shop manual on page 0B-4 says 'power steering fluid' but on page 0B-7 says DEXRON-III Automatic Transmission Fluid. I'm guessing you should go with ATF.

Tom

[ScottinMA]

Thanks Tom, I saw that conflict as well and wondered whether there was a definitive answer to this. As someone wrote, I know my mechanic topped it off with power steering fluid and following that the leak really got worse. Don't know whether it's just coincidence or the OEM fluid is ATF and putting the PS fluid makes it worse. I just want to do this right when I change out the steering gear.

[Triathlete]

The Lucas will slow it down but not stop it. I need to replace my hose also. The start to leak at the fitting. I may just do both while I'm at it so I don't have to mass with it for a long time.