Thread: Power Steering Flush Fluid?
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Old 06-12-2010, 01:54 PM
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Originally Posted by Jeremy5848 View Post
I had the same problem with my '96 E300D (W210, OM606NA). I used most of a gallon of inexpensive NAPA PS fluid. For the next change, I'm considering two possibilities

(1) put a clamp on the return hose so the fluid doesn't drain so fast; I should then be able to keep the reservoir full but am concerned about the pressure building up to dangerous levels.

(2) remove the belt and turn the pump by hand; that may require taking the weight off of the front wheels so the steering wheel can be turned without power assist.

Jeremy
Rotating the engine with the starter (intermittently if necessary) might be a third possibility to consider. Best done with the front end elevated.
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