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    Power steering fluid

    What are the recommendations for changing the power steering fluid?
    I'm thinking it probably isn't a bad idea on a 2001.
    What is the best way to do it? OEM fluid?

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    The current fluid for your Viper is "Mopar Hydraulic System Power Steering Fluid" 68234631AA. MS-10838 The fluid is clear.

    "Turkey baster" method is well described on this site...found with a search. This is a dilution method for several cycles...simple, safe, effective.
    Last edited by Steve-Indy; 09-20-2019 at 05:43 PM.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Steve-Indy View Post
    The current fluid for your Viper is "Mopar Hydraulic Power Steering Fluid" 68234631AA. MS-10838 The fluid is clear.

    "Turkey baster" method is well described on this site...found with a search. This is a dilution method for several cycles...simple, safe, effective.

    AGreed. I 'invented' the Turkey Baster blending method decades ago. IT WORKS GREAT for routine DIY.

    I use Valvoline Syn-Tec or equivalent synthetic , neighborhood availability from AZ, NAPA, WalMart etc

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    Empty reservoir. I use a Mityvac. No claim to having invented that but way easier than kitchen method. Refill with fresh fluid. Start vehicle and slowly turn wheels lock to lock 3 to 4 times. Stop engine. Repeat procedure 3 more times. Top off final time. Secure reservoir cap. I use the factory fluid. Good for most cars. I do this procedure every 2 to 3 years.

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    Quote Originally Posted by dave6666 View Post
    Empty reservoir. I use a Mityvac. No claim to having invented that but way easier than kitchen method. Refill with fresh fluid. Start vehicle and slowly turn wheels lock to lock 3 to 4 times. Stop engine. Repeat procedure 3 more times. Top off final time. Secure reservoir cap. I use the factory fluid. Good for most cars. I do this procedure every 2 to 3 years.
    Mityvac! Good idea. I have one I use for changing the oil on the Sea Doo.

    Thank you all for the feedback


 

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