Power steering fluid??

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I Was getting very slight "feeling" in my steering during wide swings from lock one way to lock the other. I checked my power steering fluid level and it was a bit low. I sucked out some of the fluid and refilled. I was on a slight angle and I overfilled a bit (seems to be more overfilled after driving). Is this a fix immediately item or can I drive with overfilled ps for a while (my transfer pump is at my in laws house and I won't see them for a bit)?

Thanks!!
 
I've overfilled mine, the excess spews out. No ill effects so far, has been about a year.
 
While we are talking power steering fluid, is it true the LC uses ATF and what fluid is a good choice. I live a long way (90 plus miles) from the nearest Toyota dealer so OEM isn't a very good option
 
Mike6158 said:
While we are talking power steering fluid, is it true the LC uses ATF and what fluid is a good choice. I live a long way (90 plus miles) from the nearest Toyota dealer so OEM isn't a very good option
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ATF is the fluid.

I use Mobil 1.

Steve
 
That would work for me. I just change the oil again, literally just walked in, and I've been using Mobil 1. Same as the previous owner.
 
Fluid type depends on year. Mine is a 2002 and requires Dexron III (now obsolete and replaced by Dex/Merc fluid). Same thing in the transmission. I use Castrol brand Dex/Merc simply because it is consistantly obtainable in my area and I know that it is a good product.
Check your owners manual for what your 2004 requires.
And no, overfilling would not pose any issues except a possible mess.
 
badlander said:
Fluid type depends on year. Mine is a 2002 and requires Dexron III (now obsolete and replaced by Dex/Merc fluid). Same thing in the transmission. I use Castrol brand Dex/Merc simply because it is consistantly obtainable in my area and I know that it is a good product.
Check your owners manual for what your 2004 requires.
And no, overfilling would not pose any issues except a possible mess.
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I blew it. I gave you what's used in my '01 LX, but not necessarily for your truck. :doh: :censor:

Model year is VERY important, unless you've got a few $K around for another tranny.

Check your owners manual for recommended fuel type. You can also check on the Lexus website in the owner support section.

badlander, thanks for your post.

OP, my apologies. :bang:
 
Don't worry hankinid. I had to pull out my manual just to make sure I had it right. It is confusing! I don't think it would be a major deal with power steering anyway, but .........tranny........Oh.... my god......we HAVE to get it right!
 
Mines a 2000. i'lll have to see if there is a manual. I'm pretty sure there isn't
 
badlander said:
Fluid type depends on year. Mine is a 2002 and requires Dexron III (now obsolete and replaced by Dex/Merc fluid). Same thing in the transmission.
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While the trans does vary by year, I don't believe the PS does. Should be ATF (Dex II) for all years (at least I know it is for 2000 and 2004). It's just a power steering pump. Toyota isn't going to have their PS pump vendor and rack vendor change specs every time they come out with a new wonder fluid for the autobox.
 
OregonLC said:
While the trans does vary by year, I don't believe the PS does. Should be ATF (Dex II) for all years (at least I know it is for 2000 and 2004). It's just a power steering pump. Toyota isn't going to have their PS pump vendor and rack vendor change specs every time they come out with a new wonder fluid for the autobox.
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This.
ATF Dex in the power steering, with no need for anything fancy.
 
I just noticed my fluid was a little low, though the car was cold ( I'll check again after a drive ). But I checked my supply and came across some Quaker start Dex III/Mercon in the garage. Thing is, I haven't the slightest recollection of when I bought these, could many years ago. So my question is, this oil doesn't go "bad" does it ? I should be able to use it no ?

Thanks
 
if it has been sealed in the container uncontaminated then shelf life is probably measured in decades - this stuff is in cars for years and years with much more exposure to the environment and is fine there. Just make sure you shake it up a bit first as the additives may have had time to settle over the years.
 
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