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What type of power steering fluid does Dodge use?

What type of power steering fluid does Dodge use?

The power steering fluid for a dodge ram 1500 is atf+4.

Can you use transmission fluid for power steering fluid in a Dodge?

Yes, you can. You can use ATF or automatic transmission fluid in your power steering pump as a substitute for power steering fluid when you’re in a bind. Both your ATF and power steering fluid are hydraulic fluids and your power steering system is a hydraulic system like your transmission system.

What is the difference between ATF 4 and power steering fluid?

The automatic transmission fluid (AF) is a red color liquid that releases a distinct sweet smell while the power steering (PS) fluid is clear, amber, or pinkish and smells like burnt marshmallow. Both of them are hydraulic fluids. But, the biggest difference is ATF contains detergents and friction modifiers.

What kind of power steering fluid does a 99 Dodge Dakota take?

Lubegard Synthetic Power Steering Fluid 1 Quart.

Can you mix different types of power steering fluid?

As long as the replacement or top up fluid is the correct type for the car, there should be no problem in mixing different brands of power steering fluids.

Are there different types of power steering fluid?

Synthetic power steering fluid is usually specifically engineered for the particular car or system for which it’s being used. Most newer vehicles use synthetic power steering fluid. There are also non-synthetic, mineral-based oil power steering fluids that may be used in applications that accept ATF fluids.

Can I use Mercon V in my power steering?

The owner’s manual doesn’t say anything about using Mercon V for power steering other than “Use only MERCON ATF.” require the MERCON V type fluid. MERCON and MERCON V type fluids are not interchangeable. recommended fluid may cause transmission damage.”

What happens if you put ATF in power steering?

As such transmission fluids can work in high temperatures without breaking down. If you use an ATF as a substitute for steering fluid, it may end up destroying the steering pump. While ATF is used for reducing friction and cleaning the tranny, steering fluid is used for lubrication.

What kind of power steering fluid does Chrysler use?

The factory fill power steering fluid for most 2004 model year Chrysler Group vehicles is ATF+4 (MS9602) and it provides superior performance at both low and high temperatures. WJ/WG and ZH vehicles use unique power steering fluids.

What’s the resevoir capacity of power steering fluid?

You’ll be fine with the STP stuff or any other reputable company power steering fluid. It’s almost a clear/golden color when new. The resevoir capacity is 1.7 pints or .8L. Get a glass turkey baster – they’ll clean easier in the dish washer (again – don’t tell my wife that there is power steering fluid going all over the dishes!).

What is the part number for ms9602 power steering?

The part numbers for MS9602 are 05013457AA (quart) and 05013458AA (gallon). The part number for MS5931 is 04883077 (quart). The part number for MB345 [BELIEVE THAT IS CHRYSLER TYPO] is 05127381AA. MS9602 should not be used as a “topping off” fluid on systems requiring MS5931.