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Old Aug 11, 2005 | 11:37 PM
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how do i go about changing the power steering fluid on my 98 classic turbo wagon ??
what fluid is best to stick in it and how much do i require ??
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Old Aug 12, 2005 | 11:37 AM
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anyone ??
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Old Aug 12, 2005 | 09:31 PM
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What do you want to change it for? It's not a routine service item.
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Old Aug 13, 2005 | 12:49 AM
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i get a whiney noise when ive been out for a good run and im sure its the power steering pump. ive been told that its probably the fluid and it just wants changing / flushing out. worth a try anyway , gotta be cheaper than a pump!
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Old Aug 13, 2005 | 11:18 AM
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If the pump is making a whiney noise and the level isn't low i'd say it's time to sort out a new pump.... i had to do that about 4 years ago. Fluid change made no difference the noise just gets louder and louder as the bearings pack up.

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Old Aug 13, 2005 | 02:34 PM
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fair enough
how much was a pump tony ?
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