Should You Change Power Steering Fluid in Your Car?

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Power steering fluid explained and if you need to change it in your car DIY with Scotty Kilmer. Should you change power steering fluid? How to check power steering fluid. Where the power steering fluid is in your car, if you should ever change it, and why many newer cars don't even have power steering fluid. DIY Car repair with Scotty Kilmer, an auto mechanic for the last 50 years.
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  • @scottykilmer
    @scottykilmer6 жыл бұрын

    ⬇️Scotty’s Top DIY Tools: 1. Bluetooth Scan Tool: amzn.to/2nfvmaD 2. Cheap Scan Tool: amzn.to/2D8Tvae 3. Professional Socket Set: amzn.to/2Bzmccg 4. Wrench Set: amzn.to/2kmBaOU 5. No Charging Required Car Jump Starter: amzn.to/2CthnUU 6. Battery Pack Car Jump Starter: amzn.to/2nrc6qR ⬇️Things used in this video: 1. Flashlight: amzn.to/2kwtiu3 2. Disposable Gloves: amzn.to/2zSRuxO 3. Power Steering Fluid: amzn.to/2B99aG2 4. Common Sense 5. 4k Camera: amzn.to/2hZ4AxX 6. Mini Microphone: amzn.to/2newgV9 7. My computer for editing / uploading: amzn.to/2i2sKYz 8. Video editing software: amzn.to/2jv5Fhf 9. Thumbnail software: amzn.to/2k7tz6C 🛠Check out my Garage to see what I use every day and highly recommend: www.amazon.com/shop/scottykilmer ❗️Check out the Scotty store: goo.gl/RwhRGU 👉Follow me on Instagram for the latest news, funnies, and exclusive info / pics: goo.gl/ohy2cA

  • @xXTECHxKNIGHTXx

    @xXTECHxKNIGHTXx

    6 жыл бұрын

    That Instagram link takes me to some Russian video about mine craft xD

  • @sonyviva308

    @sonyviva308

    6 жыл бұрын

    It's amazing how a 40+ year old mechanic gets his hands on Photoshop. I'm in that category too but only that I'm 23 today. :)

  • @Agent-im3dl

    @Agent-im3dl

    6 жыл бұрын

    You didn’t link me to the common sense

  • @irish34csprigg61

    @irish34csprigg61

    6 жыл бұрын

    Scotty Kilmer what do you use on nissan Altima 07

  • @dass0137

    @dass0137

    6 жыл бұрын

    I believe you also used: Glasses, Air, Finger (for pointing), Gloves, and a large fan

  • @volkswagendriver9892
    @volkswagendriver98926 жыл бұрын

    Mine leaks like crazy so I always have to top it off, which sounds like an issue but its actually a feature because I have the freshest power steering fluid in the neighborhood

  • @xIntoThePitx

    @xIntoThePitx

    6 жыл бұрын

    Trans fluid is cheaper, same shit pretty much unless ya got a Honda, they have picky seals that need special oil. (maybe changed nowadays)

  • @shabutir1820

    @shabutir1820

    6 жыл бұрын

    I had the same mentality with my CL600 when it had a bad oil leak. All I have to change is the oil filter, the oil changes itself when its done with it!

  • @dieselrecords

    @dieselrecords

    5 жыл бұрын

    I'm sure it's ending up on other parts of your car and destroying things

  • @daveybernard1056

    @daveybernard1056

    5 жыл бұрын

    IKR? I have a hole in my wallet, but I just keep topping it up with fresh cash. So I'm the freshest spendthrift in the neighborhood.

  • @liveandletlive2894

    @liveandletlive2894

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@shabutir1820 doesn't work like that

  • @JimGriffOne
    @JimGriffOne6 жыл бұрын

    Where's the power steering fluid? All over the driveway which is why I'm watching this video.

  • @rockandrolf8611

    @rockandrolf8611

    5 жыл бұрын

    😂😂😂😂

  • @suggesttwo

    @suggesttwo

    5 жыл бұрын

    Too late.

  • @Epineiro24500

    @Epineiro24500

    5 жыл бұрын

    Yeah and I’m 💯% sure that watching Scotty doesn’t help.

  • @suggesttwo

    @suggesttwo

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@Epineiro24500 Even if you can't fix cars knowing what is reliable or not is very important so you can not have to fix them very often. Lexas not Mercedes, Toyota and the sisters from other manufacturers like Pontiac Vibe is a Matrix not Dodge and alll the others 1 off good cars.

  • @thatlookslikeanasteroid1926

    @thatlookslikeanasteroid1926

    5 жыл бұрын

    hahahaha

  • @logarithm0
    @logarithm05 жыл бұрын

    Hi Scotty, my 02 Volvo S40 used to be noisy every time I turned the steering wheel. I did as you suggested, taking out some of the old power steering fluid with a manual pump, putting new fluid in and driving around a bit. I did this about fifteen times as I could only get about 100 ml out each time, and now it's just perfect. There is no sound, no noisd, and steering feels much smoother. All this for about $15 worth of fluid. I can't thank you enough! Thanks a lot from Rome, Italy!!

  • @luckyduckydrivingschool3615

    @luckyduckydrivingschool3615

    Жыл бұрын

    You can also jack the front of the car up so you can turn the wheel easily, then run the car and turn the wheel back and forth while you suck out the old fluid and put in new fluid in the reservoir. It will cycle the fluid more quickly and you can basically flush the whole system in one procedure. Just make sure you buy maybe twice as much capacity for your system because you want to cycle through enough fluid until it all looks clean before topping it off for normal use.

  • @JueputaGuebon
    @JueputaGuebon5 жыл бұрын

    Possibly the most informative, consice, and simplest to understand outlet of information I've ever come across. Thank you Scotty, and a million blessings to you and your family.

  • @tonybelisle423
    @tonybelisle4236 жыл бұрын

    I LOVE YOUR CHANNEL SCOTTY JUST CAME ACROSS IT AND I BEEN A MECHANIC FOR OVER 25YRS AND JUST DIG YOUR CHANNEL

  • @jhill4071
    @jhill40713 жыл бұрын

    Scotty is really a must watch channel.. Never thought about changing the power steering fluid and if our vehicles have hydraulic vs electrical power steering assist.

  • @aidanmontgomery9772
    @aidanmontgomery97726 жыл бұрын

    Just a tip, if you don't have a turkey baster, or you don't want to use the one you have in the house, get an old soap bottle pump or something similar and use that to pump all of the old fluid out into a container of some sort.

  • @MerkinMuffly
    @MerkinMuffly5 жыл бұрын

    Just added some Toyota ATF to my 2001 Corolla and 98 Camry, I just sucked what I could out and added the fluid. It made a huge difference. Will probably repeat this again in a month.

  • @bgood213

    @bgood213

    14 күн бұрын

    What’s the huge difference??

  • @GrillTopExperience
    @GrillTopExperience6 жыл бұрын

    Timely video sir. I was just looking for mine this last weekend. Scotty has mind reading powers.

  • @dragonore2009
    @dragonore20095 жыл бұрын

    So I was one of those guys who always made sure I had an oil change during regular intervals 5k miles, coolant flushes, and changing out transmission fluid (and seals) every 60 to 100k miles or whatever the manufacture suggested, but never power steering. Well one day I went outside and there was power steering fluid on the ground, turned out my rack and pinion went bad had to get it replaced which cost alot. I wish I had thought of the power steering fluid as much as I did the other fluids, so now I do.

  • @SpexSpexington
    @SpexSpexington6 жыл бұрын

    My car has electronic steering. Dealership told me I should have the power steering fluid flushed. Sooooooo... guess that ain’t happening! And I guess I’m not going to this dealership anymore too!!!!

  • @u1richh

    @u1richh

    6 жыл бұрын

    Spex lol fail

  • @mannys9130

    @mannys9130

    6 жыл бұрын

    Don't walk away, run.

  • @yolsclassics6347

    @yolsclassics6347

    6 жыл бұрын

    they thought they had you coming LOL!

  • @Captain_Jack514

    @Captain_Jack514

    6 жыл бұрын

    That's when you play along. If you see the charge on the invoice, ask them how they did it. If you catch them in a lie, you threaten to sue them.

  • @vincents.6313

    @vincents.6313

    6 жыл бұрын

    C@ptain_Jack bingo. I love stories like these. especially on Reddit.

  • @magicrobharv
    @magicrobharv5 жыл бұрын

    I just got my power steering fluid changed because of this video. Thanks Scotty!

  • @cardo1111
    @cardo11116 жыл бұрын

    Good one. I always thought I was getting the "royal flush" when the dealership and others pushed the power steering flush. Good info, although as you pointed out with newer vehicles often using electric assist. The power steering flush is on its way out. The new bread and butter for the auto service industry for newer vehicles seems to be reflashing/pre and post scans for everything...

  • @jefferyjin5551
    @jefferyjin55516 жыл бұрын

    Thank you!!! I was checking under the hood for power steering fluid over and over again.

  • @marlon94124
    @marlon941246 жыл бұрын

    I strongly agree with you Scotty on changing power steering fluid. I learned more about that from my Mazda dealership and I felt the big difference in feel and performance on my 2004 Mazda 6s.

  • @unclest1nky
    @unclest1nky4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you Scotty!! You saved me from pulling out what's left of my hair!! BTW I loved it when you jumped up from behind a headstone and said "before it's too late!" while wearing a "Live Free Or Die!" T-shirt! Once again another awesome car repair video!

  • @ianutube22
    @ianutube226 жыл бұрын

    I love seeing Scotty proudly show off his vehicles and how many miles they have and the fact they run normal free of mechanical defects :)

  • @magicrobharv
    @magicrobharv6 жыл бұрын

    Great videos Scotty! You are the best. I'm going to change mine. I bought a used 2007 Toyota Camry, I doubt the power steering fluid has ever been changed.

  • @Chief_5
    @Chief_54 жыл бұрын

    Just had my car for a maintenance check of all fluids, of course when I went to check my power steering there’s very little fluid in it, thanks a lot for nothing dealership! Scotty thanks for this awesome video.

  • @billstmaxx
    @billstmaxx6 жыл бұрын

    hydraulic power steering has been bullet proof for years then they go put on something else electronic.. great more junk to break

  • @superperior

    @superperior

    3 жыл бұрын

    Yep 2016 dodge dart needed new steering system at 102k, 1500 bucks later.... electronic system. If it wasnt for that i would highly recommend this non turbo dart its been a great car otherwise

  • @Johnny-sd9pb

    @Johnny-sd9pb

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@superperior 2 years ago my 2011 mercury Milan need it's power steering system replaced. Good thing the 2011 model had a extended warranty, the same car in 2010 does not. That saved be 2 grand especially since the car isn't payed off yet.

  • @mqbitsko25

    @mqbitsko25

    3 жыл бұрын

    I've had a few cars with electric steering. Never had a problem. Replaced many a pump and hose though.

  • @scatpack1017

    @scatpack1017

    3 жыл бұрын

    If it were up to you everyone would still be driving Model Ts.

  • @michaell3711

    @michaell3711

    3 жыл бұрын

    My Honda Inspire (97) has the original power steering pump. Still works great.

  • @docjody8624
    @docjody86246 жыл бұрын

    Scotty you rock. Thank you for your generous spirit. Again, you've saved me THOU$AND$ in DIY R&R. Firm believer in Karma-- so many good things coming back to you, Sir.

  • @staypositive4358
    @staypositive43583 жыл бұрын

    This is so easy to replace! I can't believe I never looked into this until I started hearing my steering pump humming at me. At least I knew what the noise was I got more fluid. I'm going to start replacing the old filthy fluid with new fluid the way Scotty recommend it.

  • @topper2142
    @topper21424 жыл бұрын

    You got the best DIY videos here on KZread,thanks for sharing your directions for car repair with us.

  • @joser2011a
    @joser2011a6 жыл бұрын

    Another great video scotty, thanks a lot. Feliz navidad. And God bless you.

  • @TSyoyo

    @TSyoyo

    6 жыл бұрын

    joser ramirez a lot. My f150 has it and I looked up the price just to see and it was well over 500 just for the part itself

  • @spacecat7247
    @spacecat72473 жыл бұрын

    Always change your fluids at or before interval. Use good oil, preferably synthetic if possible. Power steering units usually are non filtered so good oil and changes are super important. Especially Saginaw units. Gm has had issues with weak units over time.

  • @marcodimaio3087
    @marcodimaio30873 жыл бұрын

    Scotty you’re the best, it’s 2 days I’m looking for the reservoir and now I know I have an electric one

  • @FamousJuicy3
    @FamousJuicy35 жыл бұрын

    Thank you! Hope I find it in the morning.

  • @xXTECHxKNIGHTXx
    @xXTECHxKNIGHTXx6 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the video! Didn't know newer cars started going to systems like this, looks a lot simpler but also could make the cost of the rack go way up if needing to be replaced.

  • @xXTECHxKNIGHTXx

    @xXTECHxKNIGHTXx

    6 жыл бұрын

    Well thats good, as long as you can replace just the rack or just the motor, then it shouldn't be to bad, maybe even cheaper.

  • @shamancredible8632
    @shamancredible86326 жыл бұрын

    Good news scotty: my 1999 chevy suburban has 200K miles on it (soon to be more than your Toyota) and it's all because I follow your advice for general maintenance and repairs. speaking of which, have you ever done a video on greasing joints and bearings? most of my vehicles are older ones (1980 to 2000) and have tons of grease fittings that I haven't exactly paid much attention to.

  • @melaniew77msn
    @melaniew77msn5 жыл бұрын

    Scotty Thank You for sharing your years of knowledge and giving us all free expert advice.

  • @SlikLizrd

    @SlikLizrd

    2 жыл бұрын

    Scotty gets income from his videos. LOTS of income -- which is OK by me. Hucksters gotta huckster !!

  • @dougn2350
    @dougn23505 жыл бұрын

    I know a lot of guys dont like electric assist steering but I've had it on my last 4 cars and I love it. The weird part is that after you shut off the engine it has residual boost for about 20 seconds.

  • @melaniew77msn
    @melaniew77msn5 жыл бұрын

    I like the turkey baster method. I do it every 50K or 5 years. The cost of changing the fluid is super cheap. The oil will break down over time from the high pressure. You can also find good success with just pulling out all that is in the reservior holds and filling up at every oil change. Many ways to do it right the only wrong answer is neglect. People please heed Scotty's advice and warnings I used to be a fleet mechanic so I can tell you that being on a good maintenance plan makes a huge difference in the life expectancy of your car and the amount of repairs. I would also like to add to remember your brake fluid, differentials, transfer cases and cooling system. Old fuel filters can strain fuel pumps and hurt the MPG and performance of your car. Don't forget those inexpensive PCV valves. Buy a good Haynes manual and invest some time on saturday your vehicle and wallet will thank you. Most of these jobs can be done with a cheap tool set from Harbor Freight.

  • @x_HarleyQ_x

    @x_HarleyQ_x

    Жыл бұрын

    Wise advice my friend. 👍🏻

  • @mihai2010ist
    @mihai2010ist6 жыл бұрын

    it's funny cause today i found out my powersteering fluid is GONE. and scotty uploads this lol

  • @kolebronson24
    @kolebronson244 жыл бұрын

    Man I could watch this guy all day! He'd be a great neighbor to have lol

  • @jamiespinks3657
    @jamiespinks36576 жыл бұрын

    Love your work Scotty!

  • @xxBLKSNXxx
    @xxBLKSNXxx6 жыл бұрын

    I wonder if his neighbors get tired of him doing a burnout every intro

  • @bgood213

    @bgood213

    14 күн бұрын

    I wonder if they annoyed by that voice!

  • @rvdreamin836
    @rvdreamin8365 жыл бұрын

    Nice video. Wanted to share a very recent issue I had with Sears automotive center in Key West Florida. Took my car in for oil change and they called me while doing work and said I needed the power steering and coolant fluids needed changing. I went into the shop and spoke to the mechanic and asked him to show me why these fluids needed changing, He said PS fluid should be yellow, Fluid in the pump was red. which is what I've always known it should be. Told them no to the fluid changes and they were not happy with my decision, FYI< I have a 2012 Chevy equinox V6 with 62K and in excellent condition. Beware out there.

  • @jasoncedeno6280
    @jasoncedeno62802 жыл бұрын

    Hey Scottie I'm a new Yorker living in guam now and As you know in New York we have public transportation being on the island I needed a car but I didn't know much about cars your videos have taught me so much thank you for the knowledge you have shared.

  • @dratsab1980able
    @dratsab1980able5 жыл бұрын

    On a related note, my Honda's steering pump was stalling and binding, no steering etc, I changed the fluid, changed the pump! Checked the rack! Same prob each time...!! Turns out it was a failing crank shaft pulley, the PS pump was just the 1st thing to stall...

  • @driftking7633
    @driftking76336 жыл бұрын

    Merry Chrysler Scotty!

  • @anthonymolina7416

    @anthonymolina7416

    6 жыл бұрын

    Bono B. Most reliable cars right?

  • @mikedouek3180
    @mikedouek31804 жыл бұрын

    Thank you !!! I was looking for it in my 2014 Kia Cadenza

  • @Raj_1201
    @Raj_12016 жыл бұрын

    Great stuff! I’ve learned something new today.

  • @AnythingOutdoorswithSteve
    @AnythingOutdoorswithSteve4 жыл бұрын

    I have 350,000 miles on my Toyota, I suppose I should check it for the first time.

  • @MOAON_AABE

    @MOAON_AABE

    Жыл бұрын

    This is hilarious lol

  • @AnythingOutdoorswithSteve

    @AnythingOutdoorswithSteve

    Жыл бұрын

    @MOAON_AABE 400,000.. I didn't check yet. I did finally replace the fuel pump!

  • @MOAON_AABE

    @MOAON_AABE

    Жыл бұрын

    @@AnythingOutdoorswithSteve this is why Toyota is HARDCORE!!!

  • @ClayFoxx
    @ClayFoxx6 жыл бұрын

    How do i change the headlight fluid

  • @scottykilmer

    @scottykilmer

    6 жыл бұрын

    Take it to an Otto mechanic

  • @wittelkenneth

    @wittelkenneth

    6 жыл бұрын

    The instructions are printed on the lightbulb repair kit.

  • @GrnXnham

    @GrnXnham

    6 жыл бұрын

    Headlight fluid? I don't have that but I DO have taillight fluid. I can see it sloshing around in there.

  • @tmac8892

    @tmac8892

    5 жыл бұрын

    Just the blinker fluid.

  • @melissacalderon5011

    @melissacalderon5011

    5 жыл бұрын

    😂😂😂😂

  • @torstenhranchuk7
    @torstenhranchuk76 жыл бұрын

    happy holiday's Scotty !!! you rock heplin all kinds of folks !! your a real jake dude best regards to you and yours Scotty!!! thanx dude!

  • @scottykilmer

    @scottykilmer

    6 жыл бұрын

    happy holiday, thanks for the support!

  • @TheLizardKing1967
    @TheLizardKing19673 жыл бұрын

    Scotty has saved me a fortune in car repairs.

  • @diarmuidoc9427
    @diarmuidoc94276 жыл бұрын

    Yes, i spent nearly an hour lately looking for ps reservoir and ps pump on a 2003 Toyota Avensis. I thought i was loosing my marbles until i realised it had an electric steering! Live and learn.

  • @user-dv1zm7qj3u

    @user-dv1zm7qj3u

    6 жыл бұрын

    Diarmuid Ó C lol😃

  • @geraldwalsh6489

    @geraldwalsh6489

    4 жыл бұрын

    Ever had problem with several dash lights coming on simultaneously? I DID when I bought my Avensis first. By accident,I discovered I shud be leaving engine tick over for a while after long journeys on motorways. Its in the manual,but its not something you will easily see in it. This is necessary to cool down the turbo. You live and learn the hard way....I got two different diagnostics done on the car....neither told me what the problem was

  • @azman2040
    @azman20406 жыл бұрын

    Hi Scotty🐱I had been a good boy too by watching ALL of your videos😊

  • @scottykilmer

    @scottykilmer

    6 жыл бұрын

    hello!

  • @markgillera7370
    @markgillera73703 жыл бұрын

    Awesome video man! Love then enthusiasm 👌🏽👌🏽👌🏽

  • @PRYVTgomerPYLE
    @PRYVTgomerPYLE5 жыл бұрын

    If anything, you are good for people based of the fact that you are in my recommended feed. and every time I see your videos I remember that my vehicle needs maintenance... It is going in for a tune up, very VERY soon.

  • @radon360
    @radon3606 жыл бұрын

    The electric power steering not only improves powertrain efficiency, it allows the automakers to do all those tricks like lane keep assist, automated parallel parking, "stick shaker" warnings and ultimately will be an integral part of self-driving modes at some point in future models.

  • @pashko90

    @pashko90

    6 жыл бұрын

    yep. If you remember, firs self-driving prototypes was been 2 gen prius, with steering, braking and accelarating by wire from factory.

  • @ashs3380

    @ashs3380

    5 жыл бұрын

    All of which is unnecessary. If you need your car to park for you, you shouldn't drive as it is. I can see where the reasoning to transition from hydraulic to electric comes from. Not a bad concept. But I'd rather keep my power steering.

  • @ashs3380

    @ashs3380

    5 жыл бұрын

    Don Boss if you can't parallel park correctly, should you be trusted with driving?

  • @gravemind6536

    @gravemind6536

    5 жыл бұрын

    Sounds dreadful.

  • @motorcityman401
    @motorcityman4016 жыл бұрын

    Scotty, how often do u recommend changing the power steering fluid, every 50,000 miles or so??

  • @burgerbirger2221
    @burgerbirger22216 жыл бұрын

    Hi there Scotty. Thanks for great vids. Wish you a merry xmas🖒

  • @scottykilmer

    @scottykilmer

    6 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, merry Christmas!

  • @rajamubashar8050
    @rajamubashar80503 жыл бұрын

    Just subscribed your channel due to your way of speech and explanation. Good Work

  • @BobTheHatKing
    @BobTheHatKing6 жыл бұрын

    Or if you have a really old car, you don’t even have power steering lol

  • @ryzyooritzz

    @ryzyooritzz

    5 жыл бұрын

    Richard Skipper Plenty of cheaper cars from the 90s and late 80s dont have power steering

  • @RetroPCUser

    @RetroPCUser

    4 жыл бұрын

    My mom's 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass didn't have power steering and it was man/woman powered. If I found the exact color and year my mom had, I'll be rebuilding the transmission, engine, brakes, steering, and if it has power steering and A/C, I'll be replacing the parts.

  • @wronggg

    @wronggg

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@ryzyooritzz my 2011 Kia Rio didn't have power steering or air conditioning.

  • @electronicsNmore
    @electronicsNmore6 жыл бұрын

    You definitely switched into a different mode on YT. A lot of videos being uploaded. :-)

  • @briankeithnull194
    @briankeithnull1943 жыл бұрын

    I had a 1953 Chrysler Windsor Deluxe. It had power steering in it. But it felt like the steering wheel wasn't attached to anything at all. It also had a Dyna-Flow transmission. You had to push in the clutch to go forward and then it would shift automatically as long as you were going forward. To go in reverse you had to push in the clutch again and then again to go forward. I had it in 1976, was the 1st car I ever bought. It was so cool and unique to what all my friends were driving.

  • @supermario7175
    @supermario71754 жыл бұрын

    1996 Tacoma V6 5 speed...never changed power steering fluid...just added a little a couple times...no leaks 361,000 miles no issues 💪🤞

  • @thewhimsicalshelly5874
    @thewhimsicalshelly58746 жыл бұрын

    Hahaha! The end killed me! 😁😂😂😂

  • @rkgsd

    @rkgsd

    6 жыл бұрын

    Hence "before it's too late".

  • @70water61

    @70water61

    6 жыл бұрын

    TheWhimsicalShelly whats up sugar?

  • @siggymartin

    @siggymartin

    5 жыл бұрын

    I see what you did there.

  • @jjopdrop5622

    @jjopdrop5622

    3 жыл бұрын

    You’re cute!!

  • @blacknight88
    @blacknight886 жыл бұрын

    I spent almost 1,000$ on a new rack and pinion on my 93 bonneville. A rack for my ford fusion with electronic ps is like 1,4000$. Most people cant perform this job at home. New tire rods and alignments are needed

  • @jimalvarez5042
    @jimalvarez50424 жыл бұрын

    This video is a bit old but still informative, thanks scotty ! I learned that my mustang has an EPS lol

  • @gotanygrapes831
    @gotanygrapes8314 жыл бұрын

    Scotty always coming through

  • @deano5622
    @deano56226 жыл бұрын

    Question: Can you mix ATF fluid with power steering fluid? And what is the difference between the two?

  • @tima9734

    @tima9734

    2 жыл бұрын

    For my car, it's literally the same fluid. Both the Automatic Transmission and Power Steering uses Dexron III. I'm not sure for other cars. You should check your car user manual

  • @pedrofernandez3893
    @pedrofernandez38936 жыл бұрын

    I used to think that electric power steering sucked, but I now realize it's better than hydraulic. The old fashioned one would be on all the time putting out loads of pressure on the hoses and rack regardless whether you needed it or not, such as driving on a long stretch of road, the electric one only works when you need it. Others say that you don''t "feel" what the front wheels are doing with electric ones. But I have a GT86 with electric steering and it's almost psychic as far as how fast it reacts to my inputs.

  • @MV60

    @MV60

    6 жыл бұрын

    Really depends on the manufacturer. I hate the steering in a mazda cx5, it's very laggy to respond. But the electric rack in our yaris is just fine, very precise and quick. I toyed with the idea of upgrading the steering in mine to electric, but the cost and work around of getting one in, I put that project on the back burner. I like the electric because you don't have to worry about the maintenance, plus heat, the hydraulic systems run blistering hot.

  • @pedrofernandez3893

    @pedrofernandez3893

    6 жыл бұрын

    I just wonder how durable they are, as far as steering feeling, you are absolutely correct. Some cars are very quick to respond and have little play in the wheel, some like the Altima are like driving in slush. I also have a Yaris and the steering is more responsive than the Corolla I used to own which was hydraulic. In that Corolla I went though 2 racks, one pump and various hoses.

  • @YatesMissiondotcom
    @YatesMissiondotcom6 жыл бұрын

    I know KZread changed their policy or the rules or their algorithm or whatever, they changed the way people get videos delivered to them or recommended to them I guess, anyway, this is the best bell-ringing subscription end to the video that I could ever see. It's so great and I love the sound of the ringing Bell! Keep it up Scotty!

  • @cornfusedatbest6693
    @cornfusedatbest66934 жыл бұрын

    Damn Scotty, yer FRENCH is SUBLIME!!! Keep pumpin out these vids buddy, you are definitely an asset to us all. PEACE

  • @chasmcl42
    @chasmcl426 жыл бұрын

    Scotty for your next tool give away can you make it a turkey baster.

  • @scottykilmer

    @scottykilmer

    6 жыл бұрын

    I have a feeling people wouldn't get too excited about that item

  • @chasmcl42

    @chasmcl42

    6 жыл бұрын

    i would treasure it if you signed it.

  • @pault5179

    @pault5179

    6 жыл бұрын

    Scotty signed Gerber Tool (like Bear Grills?)

  • @shnam13

    @shnam13

    6 жыл бұрын

    Haha nice~

  • @Guppypants

    @Guppypants

    6 жыл бұрын

    I need a new one, because I used mine to suck water out of a hole I dug while working on my sprinkler. For some reason my wife won't let me use it on turkeys anymore, even though I washed it with soap.

  • @iPervy
    @iPervy6 жыл бұрын

    Personally just turkey pump out some power steering fluid every time I do a oil change or transmission fluid change (especially since its the same fluid) and just put back in the same amount I took out. Honestly sometimes I do it just to empty out the rest of the fluid in the gallon bottle haha.

  • @jasonmcnamara2079

    @jasonmcnamara2079

    6 жыл бұрын

    not a bad idea at all mate

  • @dillonv4298

    @dillonv4298

    5 жыл бұрын

    Doesn't necessarily get rid of the dirty fluid. You'd have to drain, put new in, work the steering back and fourth a few times. Repeat the process a few times until you notice the difference in color.

  • @kccodex8931

    @kccodex8931

    Жыл бұрын

    @@dillonv4298 I like his method, you probably change all your fluid once in a blue moon, he's adding clean fresh fluid, frequently.

  • @dennissmithjr.5370
    @dennissmithjr.53706 жыл бұрын

    Great video Scotty

  • @douglasshinne8007
    @douglasshinne80073 жыл бұрын

    What a wonderful tutorial ! Available even in Korea.

  • @protoman247
    @protoman2476 жыл бұрын

    What do you mean before it’s too late? :’(

  • @bahhaziz

    @bahhaziz

    6 жыл бұрын

    PROTOMAN247 before you call the AAA to send you a tow truck

  • @GlamStacheessnostalgialounge

    @GlamStacheessnostalgialounge

    5 жыл бұрын

    I dunno if your car's gonna explode or something but I think you just won't have power steering in that case.... Maybe, I never had a car with power steering so I don't know.

  • @koshnaranek2317

    @koshnaranek2317

    3 жыл бұрын

    It was an obvious joke before you die do it.😉

  • @MisterLepton
    @MisterLepton6 жыл бұрын

    “Before it’s too late!” Hahahaha!

  • @mohcenbdj8071
    @mohcenbdj80714 жыл бұрын

    Scotty is a legend

  • @rickbrio9485
    @rickbrio94856 жыл бұрын

    You should make a video on wheel offsets and backspacing!

  • @---skynet---
    @---skynet---6 жыл бұрын

    Damn scotty,for the next vid can u inspect your celicas 20+ year old texas heat petrified rubber power steering hoses.

  • @brandx4715

    @brandx4715

    6 жыл бұрын

    oh the environment doesn't have anything to do with rubber degrading...it's all in changing your fluid...Scotty says so.

  • @ART224
    @ART224 Жыл бұрын

    “If you keep your cars for decades like I do.” Classic Scotty.

  • @nickolastiguan
    @nickolastiguan3 жыл бұрын

    Hi Scotty, thinking about changing the power steering reservoir on my 2007 CR-V. Where I live here in Canada, the part/reservoir costs $170 CAD from dealership (while the one for Odyssey Costs $20 CAD 🤷🏻‍♂️). Just wondering if it is okay to get a aftermarket one, like Dorman? Thanks.

  • @paulbroderick8438
    @paulbroderick84385 жыл бұрын

    Owned a 1993 Honda Civic from new and never changed the steering pump oil, only top-ups. Never had a problem.

  • @breth8159
    @breth81596 жыл бұрын

    Power steering fluid just doesn't taste as good as it used to 😃

  • @fiber9m

    @fiber9m

    6 жыл бұрын

    Bret H truth

  • @auuurrrgh
    @auuurrrgh6 жыл бұрын

    Important life tip: Don't use your wife's turkey baster on your car.

  • @diarmuidoc9427

    @diarmuidoc9427

    6 жыл бұрын

    Ryan Amy Don't let her find out you used her turkey baster! Ha ha

  • @davidjames666

    @davidjames666

    6 жыл бұрын

    Ryan Amy and if you do, don't put it back. The turkey tastes like a transmission clutch pack.

  • @mrhyde0705

    @mrhyde0705

    6 жыл бұрын

    I used the pump for her lotion bottle because her turkey baster wouldn't fit between the pump and fender :p

  • @loktom4068

    @loktom4068

    6 жыл бұрын

    It's called southern style recipe.

  • @celestinnt

    @celestinnt

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@diarmuidoc9427 😂😂😂😂

  • @pault5179
    @pault51796 жыл бұрын

    Changed mine by running engine 1-2 s at a time, and replace reservoir contents each time. Also added a friction eliminator additive after a pin hole leak on a coolant pipe in front of the radiator caused all the fluid to drain out (fixed with some bike inner tube and a tiny fuel line jubilee clip)

  • @wallrusmoose2111
    @wallrusmoose21116 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for info Scott good stuff. Hey I am looking at the new subie legacy do you know of the fixed the oil burning issue and head gasket problem's?

  • @tyhiggins5415
    @tyhiggins54154 жыл бұрын

    I wish this man taught math. I would've been a math genius if he taught at my school!

  • @Shroomsterdam
    @Shroomsterdam6 жыл бұрын

    Oh Scotty. We're gonna have to make a statue of you when you die. Like that Lincoln Memorial.

  • @jordansheppard6643

    @jordansheppard6643

    5 жыл бұрын

    liberals though

  • @Miguel2013

    @Miguel2013

    5 жыл бұрын

    are u saying he's old?

  • @CKCrippledKnight

    @CKCrippledKnight

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@jordansheppard6643 lol

  • @StankPlanks
    @StankPlanks5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Scotty, love your tips!

  • @sheri2845
    @sheri28453 жыл бұрын

    Okay mine is 20 years old now, the answer is yes 😂 thank you for your work on this channel, sometimes I just pop in for entertainment 🤣. I love love love this channel.

  • @louloedepalma4302
    @louloedepalma43026 жыл бұрын

    Ever had this moment? "You did what? Steering fluid in the brake system? o.O Oh no /sigh"

  • @JonnyDIY
    @JonnyDIY6 жыл бұрын

    I love electric power steering! One less oil stain on my driveway ;)

  • @Ms.Fowlbwahhh

    @Ms.Fowlbwahhh

    6 жыл бұрын

    Jonny DIY same here. I like the design honda has on my si where the motor isn’t connected right to the steering wheel so you get more feel in the wheel.

  • @Cragified

    @Cragified

    6 жыл бұрын

    Just better hope the belt design in them has gotten better. The real achilles heel of the newer system.

  • @Artchred

    @Artchred

    6 жыл бұрын

    More electronics more problems in the future

  • @derekisthematrix

    @derekisthematrix

    6 жыл бұрын

    Artchred exactly. Not sure mass produced electric power steering has been around long enough to estimate longevity. Electric motors are generally very simple and shouldn't break but...

  • @Cragified

    @Cragified

    6 жыл бұрын

    It's not the motors but the control electronics he means. And yes it is a problem as several demonstrations showing it is possible to hack into a car and give steering imputs that the driver didn't give have shown. Still the biggest longevity problem is still the belt, it is the weak link and will fail before the motor does.

  • @andresraygoza5546
    @andresraygoza55465 жыл бұрын

    You got the right Scotty

  • @user-jy3nj5uf6o
    @user-jy3nj5uf6o8 ай бұрын

    04 Toyota Tacoma 3400 v-6 power steering pumps can I still find it new or are they all going to be rebuilt or remanufactured

  • @liveandletlive2894
    @liveandletlive28945 жыл бұрын

    I think if the celica was ever for sale I'd buy it even at 300K miles!

  • @Eman1900O

    @Eman1900O

    4 жыл бұрын

    live and let live he will never make it to 300K lol he never drives it. He’s put 2K miles on it the past two years

  • @jimfusco7546
    @jimfusco75466 жыл бұрын

    I am cheap. I still have a 1986 mazda b2000. Did not come with power steering. Still drive the truck to this day. Neighbor has a 6 year old Nissan, $1200 to have the rack replace.

  • @Pukwudgie_Surprise

    @Pukwudgie_Surprise

    6 жыл бұрын

    Jim Fusco That Nissan should have electric power steering unless it's a very recent addition. I say this because my 2013 Nissan is electric PS.

  • @richiesmobileoilservice6083
    @richiesmobileoilservice60836 жыл бұрын

    I love your stuff keep it up I learned so much also love how you yell at us because I made those mis haps that you warn us about thanks

  • @tedalmeida
    @tedalmeida6 жыл бұрын

    Scotty, Thanks for another great video. I have a 2000 Excursion who's PS feels like an old non-PS truck when going slow, like a parking lot. Murder for my wife to drive. Tire pressure is good, PS fluid is full, and there are no squeals from the belts. What could it be?

  • @j.t.cooper2963
    @j.t.cooper29634 жыл бұрын

    Now that I see how you drive customers cars, I wouldn't let you check my oil, let alone flat spotting my tires for me.

  • @SlikLizrd

    @SlikLizrd

    2 жыл бұрын

    I hear ya loud & clear, J.T. -- People here RAVE about Scotty's amazing abilities -- without realizing or understanding what they're witnessing -- meanwhile, the tire flat-spotting goes un-noticed.

  • @pigyear88
    @pigyear886 жыл бұрын

    I got 242000 miles on Accord and never change power steering fluid, so maybe that why I had to replace the pump last month . Also has rack and pinion leak. Should of done this 10 years ago and I may not have today's problem.

  • @BmwMe-uh9sy

    @BmwMe-uh9sy

    6 жыл бұрын

    cuz accords are trash

  • @gn8773

    @gn8773

    6 жыл бұрын

    Fuck that i have a 94 bmw 320i with 500000 on it when others have honda with problems.

  • @josebentodecarvalho5362

    @josebentodecarvalho5362

    6 жыл бұрын

    g n X doubt

  • @jasonmcnamara2079

    @jasonmcnamara2079

    6 жыл бұрын

    seals will eventually leak for some stupid reason, nothings forever but it can only definitely help.

  • @dillonv4298

    @dillonv4298

    5 жыл бұрын

    g n Well you must be the only one with that many on it. Not a single Beamer I've seen over 290,000. Those cars were intentionally made to break all of the time.

  • @bkfishing5650
    @bkfishing5650 Жыл бұрын

    I love Scottys vids.

  • @alphamacho6401
    @alphamacho64016 жыл бұрын

    Scotty is the champion

  • @wildbill23c
    @wildbill23c6 жыл бұрын

    Next up, where's the automatic transmission fluid dipstick. LOL. Toyota removed those, they don't want you messin' with their transmissions. You just have to crawl under the vehicle and pull the check plug like you would on a manual transmission.

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