Power steering fluid low
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Power steering fluid low
Decided to check my power steering fluid today and noticed that the level was low , barely registering at the tip of the dipstick. I looked at the fluid in the reservior and it was brownish in color. What color should it normally be? Should I just add power steering fluid to the correct level or do I need to remove all the old fluid and refill. What is the total capacity for the power steering fluid and would a turkey baster work to remove the old fluid? Would "Prestone European Power Steering Fluid AS268" be fine?
Last edited by c3002008; Nov 14, 2017 at 12:27 PM.
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the power steering fluid did not turn into pixie dust and magically disappear, you have a leak. i would remove bottom covers, find leak, and have it repaired.
also, i believe the car calls for Pentosin.
also, i believe the car calls for Pentosin.
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I rechecked the level in good lighting and the level was actually at cold temp minimum so I ended up topping it off to the cold temp Max line. I will recheck the level in a few days to make sure there is no leak. Also what is the manufacturer recommended change interval for power steering fluid ?
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Check level once the fluid has heated up. I topped up at low/cold level before, not thinking about heat expansion. I ended up taking some fluid back out. once I drove around.
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I rechecked the level in good lighting and the level was actually at cold temp minimum so I ended up topping it off to the cold temp Max line. I will recheck the level in a few days to make sure there is no leak. Also what is the manufacturer recommended change interval for power steering fluid ?
Pretty sure they recommend PS change out every 20,000 miles/ 2 years........
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The power steering fluid on that is a light brown color like oil, not green like pentosin, so probably normal. It's unusual to see a 271 with a P/S leak, but on the V6 they leak from the pump/reservoir seal. If it was only at the low mark, I highly doubt you have a leak. Just top it off a little and don't worry about it.
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Dear Mr. IGB;
Thank you for contacting Mercedes-Benz USA.
We have received your request for information regarding recommended Power Steering Fluid for your 2008 Mercedes-Benz C300.
The recommended fluids include Chevron Texaco PSF 9109, MB 345.0 hydraulic fluid A 001 989 24 03, or Pentosin CHF 11 S Hydraulic Fluid.
We hope you find this information useful.
All the best,
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Thank you for contacting Mercedes-Benz USA.
We have received your request for information regarding recommended Power Steering Fluid for your 2008 Mercedes-Benz C300.
The recommended fluids include Chevron Texaco PSF 9109, MB 345.0 hydraulic fluid A 001 989 24 03, or Pentosin CHF 11 S Hydraulic Fluid.
We hope you find this information useful.
All the best,
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Last edited by gamma300C; Nov 17, 2017 at 05:02 AM.
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thx for the replies. I ended up topping it off with "Prestone full synthetic european power steering fluid" . Here is the product description:
- Engineered for ALL European vehicles.
- This full-synthetic fluid provides longer lasting fluid life and is fortified with a premium, advanced additive package that helps prevent corrosion.
- This premium formula reduces component wear that can affect power steering system life, is designed for extreme temperatures, and provides excellent low temperature operation.
- This product is suitable for use where Pentosin CHF 7.1, CHF 202, or CHF 11S fluids are recommended.
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I bought the OEM fluid from the dealer and topped mine up with that. Same colour as what I have in there.
I would not mix different brands of fluid together. C3002008, did you drain your old fluid before replacing with the Prestone stuff?
I would not mix different brands of fluid together. C3002008, did you drain your old fluid before replacing with the Prestone stuff?
