Absolute BEST Method To Flush Power Steering Fluid!!

[@HiTechDiver]

Often times when someone is working out of their own garage, you either have to listen to their full day's life story, and/or the advise is questionable. This video, in my opinion, is excellent. Jimmy gives you just what you need to get the job done. The video ended with me knowing nothing personal about Jimmy, but everything I need to replace my power steering fluid...and after all, isn't that why we view these type videos on KZbin.

[@PatrickWagz]

I was hoping to learn Jimmy's favorite color. Or, at least his shoe size! j.k. 🤪 Video was great.

[@Dulc3B00kbyBrant0n]

tells us his personal comment experience

[@adamjar]

Hahaha 😂

[@bmfilmnut]

Two suggestions: 1) Suck the old fluid out of the reservoir and replace it with fresh fluid before you start the procedure. 2) You don't have to turn the steering wheel to pump the fluid if the tires are off the ground. Just grab a wheel and push it from lock to lock. Then you can watch the fluid as it is pumped out and see when fresh fluid starts to come out. No need to keep getting in and out of the car

[@jamieb9556]

Better off sucking some out overtime and replacing it. That keeps it clean and don't let it get dark like that.

[@ThatDudeFlex1]

Hmm 😂 thanks

[@P00RKN00W]

Depends on what vehicle. I was definitely not turning the wheels by hand on a hummer I worked on even off the ground

[@isnowyazn]

@@jamieb9556Depends… On something big like a truck, good luck… You’ll probably doing that daily or weekly for years before the power steering fluid even gets clean (assuming you do it CONSISTENTLY - almost impossible). In something like my sports coupe, I tried doing this for months and it would help only a portion of the old, worn, dirty PS fluid get out, but it was slow and the color itself barely changed. It wasn’t totally pointless, but seemed like a waste of time and almost didn’t give a good gauge on the fluid, based on the color and how much old fluid was removed… I ended up simply removing the return line from the PS fluid reservoir and then blocking off the port. Then I put a drain container underneath the car, so that the return line could be placed towards it. I then turned the ignition to ‘on’ (to prevent steering wheel from locking), and then manually turned my steering wheel from lock to lock, while constantly topping off the reservoir with cheap PS fluid and also some transmission fluid flush formula (suitable for power steering fluid/pump). This got the job done sooooo much better, and actually did a proper job. A whole year later, and my brand new PS fluid is actually still clean and barely dirty (probably not broken down and contaminated as badly).

[@Cynyc-pq2pc]

Thanks man !

[@MrBlueYoMind]

Just followed this method and think it went pretty fast for my first time doing the job. Also cleaner than some of the methods I've seen which say to keep mixing dirty and clean fluid together. I syphoned as much as possible out the top with a turkey baster and a bit of tubing, warmed up a piece of tubing and pushed it up on the baster to make the opening a little wider, disconnected my return hose where it meets the reservoir, slipped the enlarged piece of tubing over the reservoir end and clamped it like you did to plug the reservoir. Then connected the return hose to the tubing drain piece and drained into an empty container. I found this easier to work with than underneath the car and this also ensured no dirty fluid hiding in the return line. I put a large sponge and towels underneath the hose area to catch any power steering fluid that dripped when taking off and putting the hose back on. Barely made a mess at all. Thanks again for the tips & tutorials

[@j.r.zavala]

I am very happy to announce that I just performed this maintenance operation on my 2005 Chevy Silverado 5.3L truck. I did so, just as you did in your instructional/entertainment video with the truck on 6 ton jack stands, engine off and turning the steering wheel lock-to-lock. All went well, no issues or hiccups along the way. I however, opted in removing as much of the fluid prior to presenting new fluid in the pump itself. All in all, I went through 2 1/2 quarts of power steering fluid. Test drive completed and levels checked, a success! No more whining or chattering sounds. Thank you for this video presentation and I look forward to the next project, a transmission fluid flush, in the next day or two.

[@nadakidd]

Worked great. Home depot had the 3/8" brass splice and vinyl tubing for about $10 total. Flushed about 2 quarts of new fluid until it turned from red to pale orange. Jacking up the front and grabbing the tire and turning it lock to lock manually was much faster. Thanks for the vid 👍

[@stuckinmygarage6220]

The best way, hands down, for DIYs. Saves fluid and never start the engine. Thank you!👍

[@mystuff1405]

Finally somebody that knows if you run a Honda pilot and others with return diverted you will suck air in 5 seconds. Manual with engine off makes sense. He is the only mechanic that knows this. Thanks.

[@ronmudry5686]

I just watched your video, im a pretty good backyard mechanic. And I used your clear tube non starting vehicle method on my chrysler 300C hemi... it worked with flying colors!! Thanks for your clear and informative video! 2 thumbs up from Edmonton Canada!!

[@bodeine454]

I believe that I'm going to use the 2 person method, start the van and let another person fill the reservoir as it needs. I feel like the engine running and operating the pump while draining the old fluid out will remove more of the dirt and crud because it's agitating the fluid and also forcing it out under pressure which I feel would loosen and dislodge more of the junk and make it's way out of the system better. I don't really know if it'll make much of a difference actually but it's just my theory.

[@davidwhittaker9511]

Hi Jimmy, My application was a 2005 Nissan Frontier 4L. It called for Synthetic Transmission Fluid for the Power Steering System. I picked up a roll of 3/8" ID Clear Plastic Hose, a 3/8" Brass Splice coupling, couple hose clamps and made a plug for the Reservoir drain barb using a short piece of 3/8" hose and folded it over and tightened up with a Ty-wrap. I used a syringe with a short pierce of 5/16" plastic hose to purge the reservoir first and topped up with new Group 4 Synthetic ATF Fluid. I did the manual method, engine NOT running. It worked beautifully turning lock to lock. I could turn the wheel both ways and still enough fluid in the reservoir to cover the outlet port going to the pump. I did lock to lock four times. The existing fluid was dark black, unbelievable. It took 1.5 Gallons of new fluid purged through the system before the oil cleaned up. Your video was well done, you covered the service in every detail. I really liked the manual method, was able to do it by myself with out a second person at the steering wheel. Just to note, my previous service method was just purging the power steering reservoir only, once a year in the fall. I was amazed how dark the oil was that purged out of the system using your method. It took me an hour from start to finish including cleanup. Thanks!

[@TuanPhan-hd5vi]

The only way you do is great thank

[@conservative599]

The best method I have seen! Had problems with bleeding my Sonata 2007 when trying to cycle with engine on/off. Going to measure the hoses and get a shutoff valve and plug at hd TODAY!!!!!!!!!!!. On that vehicle the 2 hoses are under 2 inches apart on the reservoir, so I AGREE there is no way to fill it fast enough when running. Look up Bottinger Method for similar COMPLETE FLUSH but run/stop A/T Flush. I just get a case of Hyundai ATFIII and go thru 10 qts, every 20k mi now 240K on the car, change it every spring / year!

[@timboellner3828]

Just finished flushing my 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan while changing out the reservoir with a new one. Absolutely the best video on KZbin for flushing the system. Thanks man ... you to a great job !

[@anime_cyko]

So many did

[@reelfeedback1834]

excellent excellent excellent. My old Toyota pick up truck with 200,000 miles on it had black fluid. I put a new power steering pump in and then used your method. It took over 60 turns lock to lock that’s 10 sets of six, before the fluid finally cleared. A half a gallon of fluid. But now I know it’s clean and I did not void the warranty on the new power steering pump. Thank you.

[@knowledgeseeker3188]

A CLASSIC!!! Thank you so much Jimmy for this! For those who may not know...this is California Jimmy (video recorded in Cali). Great advice . Thank you for your work. I hope both your burbs are running great.

[@MrUnique27]

This is one of the BEST videos on KZbin bro! You are an EXCELLENT instructor and I especially loved how you admitted that you couldn't get the clamp off at first because it shows the (reality), of the situation sometimes! Sometimes you have to keep trying at something to succeed :) Thanks so much for making this video!

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[@jackbrian6210]

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[@chibu3972]

This guy is the MVP. This video is actually better and more informative than the one ChrisFix did.

[@amana1480]

Many cars use ATF (auto transmission fluid) in the power steering reservoir. This is a red colour. Remember to check which type of fluid is meant to go in the reservoir. For example, some BMWs and AUDIs and VWs have their own brand-specific green coloured fluid....

[@ImReadyD151]

For anyone doing this, I would definitely recommend that Brass splicer piece he uses. I had just stuck a 1/4 inner diameter hose into the return line, and I think because it wasn't air tight it made the process last 10x longer, and there was a lot of air in the system. It ran dry for a little when I started it, but it worked out in the end. Don't be like me

[@Casper_Espresso]

I really like the way you show us, answering questions as you go along the way. I will try this. I made a mistake by putting washer fluid in the power steering reservoir. Never do stuff when in a dark area.

[@quietizkept]

I have a 1987 Silverado, with a 1997 GM Goodwrench crate motor. A lot of this stuff works for me just the same. Love the whole channel.

[@1RoadGarage]

How’s the crate been treating you? Where did you buy it? Any issues?

[@quietizkept]

It was my uncle’s truck, r.i.p.. he bought it in 87, and replaced the short block in 97, drove it for 3000 miles, parked it when he got sick, and then it sat for at least 18 years that we know of. It was very grumpy about it. However, it is not “hurt” as they say. Once I rebuilt the TBI, and replaced all the vacuum lines and sensors, it ran like a monster until I tore the front of the engine down to paint everything. Almost back together.

[@quietizkept]

Next is my steering pump, then electric fan wiring.

[@Marwat23]

Best procedure I have seen so far.. thanks alot Jimmy

[@michael.sierra]

That LubeGard complete PSF is EXCELLENT! :) Alternatively to having two people, pull the fuel pump relay or fuse and crank the engine to flush the fluid through - the RPM will be too slow to damage the pump in case you let it run dry but fast enough to make it a quick process.

[@pczapp827]

Michael: That is the way to do it. Remove the Injector Fuse & Crank the Engine. You can possibly do damage by turning the wheel without the pump turning. Your best to add 20% LubeGard to the Factory Spec Fluid, shown in the owners manual,except Honda's. They get the Dealer Fluid.

[@alcameron6071]

Excellent video. I went to my local hardware store today and I got the 3/8 hose, and I got the 3/8 Spicer fitting. Tomorrow I will pick up some power steering fluid and get this done. I checked my power steering fluid and it is Brown Black! It's a 2001 Dodge ram 1500, I'm sure nobody has ever serviced it, I've had it for five years. I should've done this along time ago.

[@jonass5699]

Best method, because no need to rush anything. Worked great on my Toyota Corolla Verso. Thank you for this great tutorial!

[@WhoWouldWantThisName]

I just watched a video of a "pro" doing this with the engine running. He did have help but he really had some screwy ideas and it was just an awkward mess. You did a WAY better job on this and it was simpler, required less parts and tools, and made zero mess. So much for professionals knowing better. Good job, and good video.

[@steffenrecords9970]

Thanks for the video i just used this video to do this to my truck with 247k miles and the power steering is not squealing anymore and feels strong again.

[@1RoadGarage]

Awesome!!

[@danlewin2260]

In a pinch you can empty the res with a flavor injector and add clean fluid a couple times a week until it stays clean.

[@DrPepperZZZ]

I just emptied the reservoir with a turkey baster, refilled, and drove my truck. Then did it 3 more times when it was convenient and cool. I know I didnt get all of the old out but my fluid looks new and it only took me 15 minutes.

[@shannonshull6989]

Finally someone that did it properly. Good Job. Only thing I would add is a LINE FILTER.

[@joepedroza4707]

Nice technique. Not messy and very thorough. Good Vid.

[@ephillips5046]

This guy is thorough, which a lot of others are not. Look at his bench and appearance. This is the kind of guy I take advice from. Never felt comfortable running a dry pump, so I continued to look for the "real" deal. Jimmy is the real deal. I will no risk my pump in a procedure that is meant to prolong my pump. Right? Wanted to mention, I notice that the liberals have been given the ad space on KZbin when I was listening to 1 Road. The Ls are not thorough. Only general statements with little facts to back up. Thank you Jimmy.

[@ÆCME]

Great job 👏 Simple, no headaches & no tears !

[@vincemichels]

2008 Tuscon. I bought it for my college kid t. Been fixing and undoing ever since! This was a tremendous help, although I had to remove both lines from the pump just to get enough space and torque to get the return line free! Fluid was pitch black. I'm sure this was the first change.

[@defmud80]

Here's something ive tried and found it works as far as and super fine metal contamination. I tape or zip tie neodymium magnets to the side of the reservoir. First time I checked it had a layer of black fine power where the magnets were. Seemed helpful on my wife old elantra.

[@x_HarleyQ_x]

This is a BRILLIANT idea. I just so happen to have a few ½"x 2" neodymium magnets laying around. Now to find some zip ties...

[@arthursmith643]

I used a pump from my shampoo bottlers pump out old fluid from the reservoir. I pumped out the old and refilled the reservoir with new fluid. Drove around the block came back and did the same thing. Did this till the fluid was clean. Took me a couple of quarts. Very simple.

[@joevasquez1776]

I just Turkey baster the reservoir out once a year and do a partial fluid change. I never want air in it. Good video

[@showgirlsaroundtheworldada4484]

That works great but won't fit in a Toyota...

[@gordo1230]

I like this video the best...I have a 54 Chevy truck with 80s chevy v8 in it..its was sitting for decades an I've changed all the other fluids out several times in the last 3 years...but never my powersteering..I'm going to try your method..

[@DIZEMANPHOTO]

Jimmy! You are the BEST! Do you have a video of a Power Steering flush with HYDRO BOOST. I have a 2007 Hummer H2 with Hydro Boost that needs flushing, I use the same PS Fluid that you do, but after a couple of 8000 mile road trips around the country, it is now black. Your videos are the most articulate and easy to follow with no Hummm!, Uhhhhhhhh! and missing steps. I simply have not found a mechanic I trust any longer to do the work. They have replaced four Power Steering Pumps on my Hummer in the past 16 Years I have owned it. Every time they put a RED fluid in, the pumps or hydro boost goes out. ONLY the CLEAR LUBE GUARD COMPLETE works without issues. Thanks in advance for all of your WONDERFUL videos!

[@cm1133]

@4:55, holy hell Batman, you are the first person I’ve ever seen that pours a quart bottle the way it was actually designed to be poured!

[@OLAFOELAMARGADO]

I will do it this weekend to my Trailblazer. Looks like a clean and easy method.

[@mat2420]

Good video. It is becoming very common the need for flushing power steering systems. Many of the fluid reservoirs have a internal screen that gets plugged up so it is a good practice if the reservoir is removable to take it off and reverse clean it with some brake cleaner or mineral spirits. One way I evacuate the system is with a wet/dry shop vac. Ill even start it briefly with the shop vac running in order to claim the fluid from the steering gear.

[@josephc3286]

Excellent!!! First timers and this video was straight forward. Thanks for taking the time to post it. Semper Fi.

[@oldmansilas559]

I have the same vehicle, well it’s a Yukon XL. But, anyway. This video helps, immensely. I’m frugal (cheap) and if I can do it myself to save money. Sign me up. Thanks Jimmy. 👍🏾

[@scott3683]

Nice job, excellent video! Need to change some fluid NOW! 18 yr old SUV and never changed. I've learned about three different methods to do it. I may end up trying your method. I recently changed another car's PSF by another method; it involved turning on the motor to pump out all the fluid.

[@stlswagger]

A fluid extractor would be your easiest and cleanest change in fluids. Also allows you to avoid turning the wheel lock to lock and avoid air in the lines

[@mr.wizard2028]

Correct method to do a flush I've done this on two of my vehicles the most important part of this whole procedure is getting the CORRECT FLUID!!!👍

[@sumilidero]

@jud dude yeah its nightmare in BMW as well, on the cap it says ATF only, but actually its pentosin inside (VIN says also it needs pentosin)... and when the fluid is rlly old and burnt its hard to distinguis the red or green tint cuz its very dark black ;/

[@sumilidero]

@jud dude Pentosin is very good when you have other stuff runnin off the same hydraulic circuit (power steering, lowered suspension) but for standard vechicle with only power steering, i used half priced german fluid which is pentosin chf 11s replacement, actually few good replacements you can find that meet bmw standard like ravenol or febi. For price of 1L of pentosin, you can have 2L of the other one - complete flush + fresh fluid.

[@Shamarihindsbmx]

👍

[@dafirnz]

GM, Ford, Toyota, Dodge, Hyundai/Kia just take plain old ATF. They'll all specify their brand specific ATF, but in a simple system like power steering you aren't going to hurt anything.

[@tmst2199]

Hondas are known to be finicky about ps fluid. But that won't keep some ass at Jiffy Lube from throwing generic in it.

[@REVNUMANEWBERN]

EXCELLENT demonstration: Couple of questions a) Who told you that it needs to be changed b) How many miles is it recommended to change? In + 60 years of driving with vehicles WELL over 100,000 to 300,000 miles I have NEVER changed the PS fluid and had NO issues with the PS.

[@1RoadGarage]

I'm just using good old common sense. Fluid is black. Power steering feels weird. Pump is noisy. Those sorts of things. Plus I'm sure the manufacturer recommended interval is like every 30k miles or something...

[@REVNUMANEWBERN]

@@1RoadGarage So did you actually NOTICE a change in your steering after the flush? Just curious, thanks

[@markopecurica4463]

I'm also curious did you noticed improvements

[@skylinefever]

On some cars, you get away with not changing the fluid, on other cars it leads to needing a repair at 80,000. I witnessed this happen in my own family. My dad had a 1995 Honda Accord, and went 7 years and 180,000 miles without doing anything to the power steering system. Nothing bad happened. My mom had a 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee, and the power steering pump developed a terrible noise around 100,000 miles and needed replacement. Also, on some cars, the power steering system was a piece of garbage, and no amount of preventative maintenance could save you. During the 1980s, the early power steering rack designs were failure prone. It was one of the most common and expensive repairs on the first Ford Taurus for example. Also, Nissan had several problems. Honda got around the problem partially by inventing their own power steering fluid.

[@dafirnz]

@@REVNUMANEWBERN I've personally noticed a change during cold (like near -40) starts. It's during those cold starts when the fluid is thick that dirty fluid won't flow as readily and blow out a hose.

[@gabrielkishinevski1473]

Smart move with the loop in the hose and the vice grip to the oil pan. Excellent video. Thanks!

[@tikihead94]

A lot of domestic cars also use ATF for power steering, something worth checking if you already have some laying around

[@jerrybungard7107]

Just because it's red doesn't mean atf....most vehicles have a specific fluid to use. Read the owners manual

[@tikihead94]

I did, and the shop I work at where we get all the information on cars straight from the manufacture themselves state that ATF is the fluid to use in their vehicle for power steering. Not every vehicle uses ATF but a majority of domestic ones do. There are other fluids it can run but it is something worth looking into if you don’t want to buy more fluids when you already have ATF. I agree read the manual so you don’t screw something up I’m just saying that this is an option as well if your vehicle takes it

[@z31rider24]

The only possible problem with ATF is which kind? Mercon, Dextron, etc. Make sure to check the type of ATF is not going to cause problems. I would stick with power steering fluid. Synthetic helps.

[@matteightytwo]

It looks like ATF came out of the car originally

[@z31rider24]

matteightytwo I've bought power steering fluid @ Dealer that looks like ATF. my point is check your owners manual. Also call a Dealership and ask what recommendations are per your vehicle. It doesn't hurt to ask.

[@josedaniel4725]

I'm installing a power steering pump for my Ford focus 2011 and will be attempting this after the installation, thanks for the video 👍🏼👍🏼

[@B_HarTz]

Major tip: when doing this. BE sure to keep the Power steering Fill cap closed when doing this! Video made it seem he had the lid/cap Open as he was doing it as he stated he would “fill with new fluid” after a while to prevent the reservoir from being dry/empty. as I turned the wheel over 100 times, it over flew and made a mess. Also, don’t need the hose, just use a clear water bottle and place “flimsy return hose” into it. After 288283 turns left to right, I finally got it. Mine was an 05 tahoe 2wd and return line was near the top, not down below as shown in this video. In the end, don’t try this with “Cap off” to hear the “bubbles” of air escaping. If you did this right, no air would escape, so KEEP cap on full time

[@B_HarTz]

But, good helpful video . Funny, i have the exact same fluid left after using 1 n a half quarts left too. No more “squeal” noise from making hard turns left/right:

[@destinymcneil1621]

Mine over flowed from where he put the zip tied tube. Is that where yours overflowed? Is the solution to make sure the cap is closed?

[@stuckinmygarage6220]

I think there might be a difference between using steering wheel versus forcing wheel back and forth. I have the 3.4L with return hose on top and never overflow or mess, even though I filled max to the lip.

[@beauknowz]

This is a great video! ***** Very straight forward and for the rookie mechanic it makes this task much easier to complete. Keep up the good work!

[@howardblasingame7961]

Great tutorial. I am replacing the power steering pump & you helped me greatly.

[@ChromoFed]

I use a turkey baster. It's not a complete flush but it is a pretty dang fast way to get fresher PS fluid put in.

[@02markcal]

I agree, using your methods renews the fluid and there is a zero percent chance of something going wrong.

[@hititandquitit69]

Would you know by any chance why fluid would turn blue after doing this? I tried the turkey baster method but I’m seeing some blue fluid coming out.

[@victorborg7285]

Me too. If I buy a car that's really dirty I don't mess about I just put on a new pump after cleaning out all the fluid out of the rack. Then I keep it clean

[@ilovebohol]

Yes, thats what I do.... its time consuming but its the safest imho. It takes me about 3 full bottles to make the dark fluid light again.

[@skylinefever]

This is the method I use. In Toyota power steering systems, the reservoir is too small to allow a turkey baster in, so I use this 2 cycle oil mixing syringe: www.walmart.com/ip/Hopkins-MixMizer-Injector-2-Cycle-Oil-Mixing-Tool-2Pack/985558688 It includes a short hose that gets into the reservoir.

[@Tom-wq2mz]

Add 2-3 ounces of Marvels Mystery oil you will notice and feel a huge difference. I've used it for 30 plus year's only good has prevailed.

[@johnrodriguez2439]

Is there nothing it cant do i swear

[@Tom-wq2mz]

@@johnrodriguez2439 dont stroke your meat with it

[@tmproductions97]

Bwahahaha

[@juanbohorquez8922]

I am thinking on using marvel mystery on my next oil change with new oil drive for 500 miles, drain it and put after new synthetic oil

[@cbpuzzle]

@@juanbohorquez8922 you just replace a qt of engine oil with MMO on next change. Go to their website for recommendations

[@seth_5394]

I just got done using this method. This is THE best way to do it hands down! Now that I have the tubing all set up the next time should take a max of 15 minutes. Thanks man!!!

[@GrimYak]

option 2 is very fast and easy. But you need a friend. Drain all fluid in the reservoir. Get the return line and drain that into a bucket or bottle, we used a 1 liter coca cola bottle. plug the return line in the reservoir, fill reservoir up to the brim and have a friend ready to pour fluid. start engine and let it drain, once fluid that comes out of the return line is clear have your friend call out stop and you turn off the engine. Done in less than 15 minutes.

[@mrt2734]

Thanks so much for showing me this, it's time for me to do this on my 2009 Hyundai Genesis 4.6, and a Differential Fluid Change, both have to be done by a professional at the dealership, I have serviced my vehicle at before which is Hyundai prices are reasonable, preventative maintenance does wonders for a vehicle. My vehicle still looks brand New of all the rountine services, I've had done since first day of ownership.

[@Retrocidal]

this is the best method i have seen out of all the car guys even scotty and chris or at lest the most professional way

[@thomasalexander1851]

True.

[@TheCentralflorida]

Definitely the most overkill way. I mean....it's like wiping your butt until it's COMPLETELY clean.....WHO DOES THAT!

[@stephenlanglais8423]

This is an excellent video. The instructions are logical and very easy to follow. Watched a bunch of videos on u tube; this method is hands down the best. Thorough, neat, and perfect way to perform a total/complete system flush.

[@sandrarichardson2713]

Will be doing this alone so this method is truly friendly...lol. Thank you for taking time to show us this way. Glad it worked and you didn't have to do the 2nd way either. Pray I don't. Jesus bless.

[@fatboyshadetree5139]

I did the power steering pump but didnt do the flush. That's my plan for my next few days off. Its winter and 29°-35° right now. But your method looks super easy especially if I have a helper(the wife likes to help).

[@olenaerhardt7725]

I've heard if the steering wheel is crooked significantly, it is certainly a problem w/power steering rack (as far as I understand the problem can't be fixed then just by simply moving in and out Outer Tie Rods in corresponding directions). Mine is crooked ~45 degrees to the right, no steering fluid leeks observed (I saw some fluid inside of the boot ~ 8 months ago, when changed Inner TR (on driver side only, on passenger it was dry), but I think it is very small, since the fluid level doesn't change). I don't remember when that problem w/crooked wheel developed, I don't drive that car a lot, but I hit a limiting concrete bar which they conveniently locate at some parking lot 4-5 days ago, and noticed 45 degrees after that event. So what can happen to a steering rack, what can be wrong, if no leak observed? The car is 2003 Chevy Cavalier. Thank you very much for the informative film.

[@johnnyh64]

I’m confused, I thought the old fluid return line would be coming out of the hard line, doesn’t the soft black return line just go straight back the reservoir? If you want to flush the fluid out of the rack, don’t you need to connect the new clear hose out of the hard return line (coming straight out of the rack) and then you cap off the return to the reservoir so the new fluid comes out of the reservoir goes through the rack, then out of the rack and into the drain? What am I missing?

[@patrickphippspa584]

Thank you for your time and effort buddy! Enjoyed your video and will be hitting the old Cavalier soon. Appreciate you!

[@robbygee2539]

I have been using Shell Rotella T 15-40 as power steering fluid for years now and it works great.

[@andysmith9601]

I used your "engine off" method and successfully flushed the power steering fluid out of my 1998 Isuzu Hombre. You are correct, it was less stressful than the "engine on" method and I didn't have to worry about running the pump dry. Thanks for making the video, it was a HUGE help.

[@1RoadGarage]

Haha, cool!

[@nullwii]

I replaced the pressure side line on my car, and this method worked good for bleeding the system out with fresh fluid (I emptied the rez with a hand pump before starting)

[@makantahi3731]

you are right, i did it first time and saved old drained oil to see what wiil be on bottom of glass bottle after 2-3 months of resting and there were much of metal dust on bottom of bottle

[@KrishnaKrishna-bj7nf]

I was going to do this. Then I got a pitman seal leak. I had to remove the steering box, to replace the seal. Removing the steering box was way easier than i expected. the thick sludgie crap I got out of it sat in the bottom of the steering box, and was not mixing with the pumps circulation. I am so thankful I dumped it out, and rinsed with the proper ps fluid. It's been perfect since. I am thankful I had that leak, a 10 dollar seal fixed it. 2006 Ford e350 oh, I did rent a 90 dollar pitman arm puller, I had to modify it a little with a grinder, and I opted to keep it.

[@michaelfrick3687]

Once again, a brilliant method....I saw your other demo on how to flush an automatic trany. Suggestion: 1. Get a pair of those remote hose clamp pliers. They work great because they lock in place, fully opening the clamp and allowing you to use both hands to move the clamp over out of the way. 2. Would have used a turkey baster or some other suction tool to remove most of the old fluid out first...just being fussy. Thanks again....very well done!

[@petejones-mc9eg]

So much cheaper and easier to do on your own and the right way thanks!!!

[@koitorob]

I'm here after researching Land Rover Discovery power steering pumps. They have a filter in the outlet of the reservoir which can get blocked which can be the cause of a noisy pump and stiffer steering. They recommend cleaning the filter first before replacing the fluid.

[@BenjaminGonzalez-wv3cy]

That was the most easiest way to flush the power steering fluid, thank you! (I just had to watch the process again, great!)

[@acetech9237]

Definitely the best DIY method I've seen

[@cmdr_stretchedguy]

I just did this with my 06 Silverado (with rack an pinion). 99-06 GM trucks came with both rack and pinion, and regular steering gear, but the power steering pump/reservoir are the same layout as shown.

[@AimGobalWorldBibleSchool]

Good Job man!..Funtastic! ...Thank you...

[@barry-cq4xg]

this is a very good video. great visual and audio clarity and clear instructions.

[@chapstickevo]

never seen this level of skill. 6$ in polyvinyl tubing and a 3/8" splicer. Completed on Honda/Acura RSX 2006 one thing to add to this video I used a grocery store bag and placed the reservoir and return&out lines within a plastsic bag I literally had no mess at all. always kept a rag or two on standby for detail. Literally done in one hour or less. +Like

[@Fox9582]

Great video! I did it to my Civic 2008 and it was fun and easy to do it by myself! Keep going my man!

[@tonistarks2874]

Dude I have a 07 civic ex and I'm goin to do it myself using this method.nice to know it will work on my Honda👍🏼

[@sushiyamaster989]

Never saw you reinstall the low pressure hose. Maybe I missed it. Also how do you reinstall the hose without getting power steering fluid everywhere?

[@joelrojas3601]

Go to 6:00

[@mmwrangler]

Great tips and time saver. Definitely the least invasive and streamlined technique . Simple ! Thanks

[@radoslavivanov236]

Hey, I invented the hot water-logged I'm using the same method, but you gave me an idea - I can run the engine with fuel's pump fuse removed.

[@AnythingOutdoorswithSteve]

For a guy like me, I am tempted to splice in a "T" with a capped tube for the flushes in the future.

[@johnnypalma721]

Did you do it with a T and did it work?

[@tmst2199]

Cool idea. I think you'd also want to pinch off the line to keep dirty fluid from returning to the reservoir.

[@alexloomis4187]

I like this idea, you'd wanna throw a valve on the pump side of the Tee so fluid could only drain. Honestly wouldn't mind doing this with everything and make fluid changes easy af on myself lol

[@diarmuidoc9427]

I once spent an hour looking for the power steering fluid reservoir on a Toyota Avensis, i thought i was loosing my marbles until i discovered it had an electric steering! I felt like a right jackass.

[@Hira9612]

I Did the same stupid thing for my Mazda 6 2014 LOL.

[@diarmuidoc9427]

@@Hira9612 Haha! I'm not the only one so who got caught out by an electric steering. We live and learn.

[@Hira9612]

@Diarmuid O C exactly 🤣🤣

[@FunWithGuns]

😂 it happens

[@2cooco]

Haw to remove water from p.s. gear box 91 sidekick 1.6 l ? When is really cold, the steering wheel is freezing.

[@lisacramer9285]

Great video. I just wanted to add that people need to check their Owner's Manual to find out what type of fluid they need to use. There are some systems that use transmission fluid.

[@billschroedel5249]

Worked like a charm. Thanks Jimmy. I am now subscriber

[@raphotopeck5536]

Thank you, great video! I'm going to use this method for my 2001 Chev Malibu. Right now the fluid looks like mud.

[@phetinsixiengmay9027]

This is so awesome Jimmy! After watching this video i subscribed to your channel immediately. Thank you for sharing and keep up the good work.👍👍👍

[@GTILOUD]

I just changed mine today I shoved the return line into a 16.9 oz typical water bottle. I completely removed my reservoir and did a mineral spirits soak flushed with brake clean then soaked in non ethanol gas and again brake clean flushed cleaned lots of crude out of res 🤢 after it was dry I made a condom out of glove for return on res and filled with new synthetic fluid and connected the pump suction hose. I then did his process from there with turning wheel back n forth to flush the entire system thoroughly, as the bottle filled I dumped it into a empty 1g water jug and set it back up, topped of res and got back to wheel turning until completely clean fluid came out. Once I was satisfied removed condom thumbed it to save fluid in res and quickly shoved return back on and replaced clamp. Then continued on wheel to get air out and eventually turned on the engine and turned wheel back n forth a few times. Dropped 1/8th of an inch and I topped off to cunt hair below high cold line. drove around to get food and it was a smidgen lower topped off to high of hot line and went for a 30 mile drive. Checked again had not budged right at high of hot and clean like honey boys for the cost of the fluid and 2 hours of my time. I took my time with it. Huge improvement in the feel of the wheel 👏 🙌

[@RoadRider95]

Nice video. Just food for thought. I use a splice with a built in valve to open/close.

[@Iloveyhwh_1974]

Thank you!!!! I’ve got 2 OBS trucks & my son’s is in dryer need of this service. I’ll be using this method. Only two quarts?

[@Izen4]

I've used ATF Dextron SP3 for the fluid. Smooth operation

[@joelpalmer]

If you had used a Turkey baster first to empty the reservoir, you might have saved a pint otmr more by filling it with new fluid before purging. BRW does your truck have a PS PUMP filter? All. Mercedes do

[@Coffee240]

That's what I do🙂👍

[@stevenslusher5694]

You usually bleed the air out of the system with the engine running and by turning the wheel back and forth around 10 times with the front wheels off the ground anyways

[@j3in725]

With the engine running? Don't follow his advice guys, you have a chance to run your power steering pump dry. And they dry FAST. So unless you have a cheap car where a power steering pump costs $100 I wouldn't follow the engine run advice.

[@Texpete88]

@@j3in725 If you’re bleeding the air out of the system you already have fluid in the system and you’re just trying to get some trapped air bubbles out

[@recentlychanged]

@@j3in725 He was talking about bleeding the air out, not flushing the system.

[@Phil-D83]

Add a cardone metal filter when your done. I had amsoil signature atf as P.S.fluid. Tend to add some marvel mystery oil and seafoam before I flush too

[@futuredecipher]

your the best and i wanted to thank you personally for this awesome tip

[@oscargonzalez8518]

Señor this a very good job nice camera very good explanation.God bless you.

[@MartinFuentes126]

Sorry Chris Fix I should've gone with this method 😁. Very helpful video

[@mystuff1405]

Martin Fuentes me too. Nobody told me and i sucked air. This is the only way.

[@michaelpearce8661]

The way I would start my draining of the power steering fluid is to first suck out as much power steering fluid from the storage tank. Put in the new fluid into reserve tank before pumping out the older fluid still in the power steering lines.

[@ritchiecassidy9151]

@@michaelpearce8661 that way u dnt waste too much of the good shit 😉

[@johnbeer5242]

Martin Fuentes it's only for entertainment purposes😀do your own research

[@BahnGop]

That bloke takes shortcuts and does jobs the lazy way

[@HPX584]

HOW did you turn the wheels when the car is off. Doesn’t the steering wheel lock when car is off?????