Power Steering Fluid - Toyota Tundra Forums : Tundra Solutions Forum

doctormdds · #1 (**permalink**) 03-01-2002, 07:39 PM

I have switched to Mobil 1 for my engine oil, ATF, and Gear Lube for the differential. Can I use Mobil 1 ATF for the power steering unit? If I remember correctly the owner's manual specifies Dexron II or Dexron III. What is everyone using to top off the power steering reservoir? Thanks to all.
Stan

shortlid · #2 (**permalink**) 03-02-2002, 05:47 PM

Ya, you can use a baster to suck the old stuff out and swap with synthetic ATF!

tonysSeq · #3 (**permalink**) 03-05-2002, 09:05 PM

Is this correct? We can use Mobil ATF fluid for the braking fluid? Is it the same as Braking fluid?

arkie6 · #4 (**permalink**) 03-06-2002, 05:23 AM

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Originally posted by tonysSeq:
Is this correct? We can use Mobil ATF fluid for the braking fluid? Is it the same as Braking fluid?

No. Most definitely not.

Only use DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid for the brake fluid resorvoir. Do not use DOT 5 silicon brake fluid since it is not compatible with the existing brake fluid.

Here is a link that discusses brake fluids http://www.shotimes.com/SHO3brakefluid.html

You can use a Dexron III Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) in your power steering resorvoir (check your owners manual - all this stuff is in there). Mobil 1 Synthetic ATF is Dexron III rated and a good choice for your power steering unit.