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01-23-2013, 04:00 PM | #23 | |
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Is this it? http://new.minimania.com/part/NME724...id-Oem---1-Ltr Last edited by GoRomeo; 01-23-2013 at 04:23 PM.. |
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01-23-2013, 10:42 PM | #25 |
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Hey, guys...I used stainless screw clamps..just dont tighten them too much to where you start cutting the hoses...though they should be pretty snug....Yeah, the Pentosin is great stuff...I used most of the quart when I replaced the reservoir.
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01-24-2013, 06:10 AM | #26 | |
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That said, it’s not a bad idea to change the power steering fluid, but it is not mandated by the manufacturer. |
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01-24-2013, 11:22 AM | #27 |
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Thanks for sharing guys! I wonder If I should replace the reservoir as well. I was planning to only change the fluid. What u guys think?
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01-24-2013, 11:54 AM | #28 |
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hi there did you replace your power steering resevoir as well or only fluid? I m about to do this on my car and wanted to ask you how it went. Do you feel better steering at all? Thanks in advance!
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01-25-2013, 06:01 AM | #29 |
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I changed mine at 153,000; yeah, the fluid was dirty as you'd expect it to be, but I left the reservoir alone. I think it is a bit overkill IMO. If you are going to change the fluid, then do it the right way by pulling the hoses off the rack and letting everything drain out; it's not that difficult.
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01-25-2013, 11:09 AM | #30 | |
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There is a DIY video on BavAuto that shows how to do it (older BMW but same procedure) |
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01-25-2013, 12:13 PM | #31 |
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Anyone have part number for the gasket/o ring to the reservor cap?
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01-25-2013, 01:08 PM | #32 | |
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On a different note, I need to replace my spark plugs I am due now at 100k. Yesterday I went to the dealership since it was on my way and quickly asked them for a quote on changing my spark plugs....I laughed at them.... guess how much??? Yeap freaking $480.00 dlls hahahaha.. hell no.. I will do this myself... I can get the spark plugs at 60 dlls |
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01-25-2013, 01:34 PM | #33 | |
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Honestly to turkey baste the fluid out of the reservoir and repeat for a few days dumping a few liters in is such a waste of time and money. Remove a bolt, replace a washer and do it one time and it will be much cleaner than doing it over the course of a few days |
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01-25-2013, 02:30 PM | #34 | |
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FYI the CHF 11s is only 21.00 for 1 liter at Napa Auto stores. Last edited by GoRomeo; 01-25-2013 at 02:45 PM.. |
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01-26-2013, 11:56 AM | #37 | |
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None of my cars has ever had the slightest steering system leak, rack damage, noisy pump etc... when I'd read lots of stories from other owners with issues. On cars that use cheaper ATF, I could turkey baster change using some of the best ATF out there (like Redline D4ATF) for a couple of dollars per oil change and it's always fresh. Even if it's "too often", it's easy and cheap. |
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01-26-2013, 08:01 PM | #38 |
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I recommend this technique. While you can drain most of the fluid through arduous means, sucking the reservoir dry, putting new fluid in, and repeating the process will accomplish most of the good with far less effort. I'd do it at 30-36,000 mile intervals. And if you're a purist, yes, draining every last drop out is better.
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01-27-2013, 07:35 AM | #39 | |
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01-27-2013, 08:31 AM | #40 | |
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Like it was said, to each his own... overkill and a waste of money but if it makes someone feel at ease than I guess it's worth the burned money |
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01-27-2013, 11:24 PM | #41 |
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don't notice a difference but it's good to know that I got some fresh fluid in there. Like people said, each to their own on how and how often they do it.
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03-07-2013, 12:30 AM | #42 |
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Here is a fluid comparison at 65K miles, old fluid looked like it had a slight metallic sparkle to it, and is black like old motor oil.
Would HIGHLY suggest replacing at a shorter interval, like 40K considering what I pulled out of there Will be doing the turkey baster method of cleaning, one res fill a day for 3 days or until the fluid coming out at least looks green again Will also be doing a single res replacement every other oil change from now on, and probably replace the res over the summer |
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03-11-2013, 05:33 PM | #43 |
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why not use a cheaper atf since the steering wheel pump doesn't operate in high pressures or temperatures? I bought from castrol and I ll do it this weekend ( i hope)
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03-11-2013, 06:24 PM | #44 |
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I changed mine at 25 k (fluid only, using a oral syringe instead of turkey baster).
It was really dirty as u can see in photo. I changed because I thought there was noise coming from the power steering and the serpentine belt. (Unrelated: Turns out it is a normal sound from alternator with 328 design) There is a school of thought that almost as soon as you replace the fluid it will quickly get dirty. I might check on the fluid soon, now at 29 k. If its just as dirty as it was at 25 k, I might agree with this school of thought and do it only for paranoid reasons every 30 k, but not worry if it doesn't get done. |
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