How to Flush Your Power Steering Fluid

Flushing power steering fluid and eliminate power steering pump noise. This video shows you how to drain all of your power steering fluid and completely flush out the system. This method will ensure you get a complete fluid change and flush to give you another 100k miles of care free driving. The power steering fluid should be changed based on your owners manual service section (typically in the back of the book). Symptoms of bad power steering fluid are brown or black fluid, a loud power steering pump, and having a hard time turning the steering wheel.
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[@chrisfix]

+Ar Fr that's awesome! Glad to hear it!!!

[@MrLew1965]

NOTE: When the power steering fluid (ATX Fluid) starts to become discoloured, just suck out the old fluid and replace accordingly at every oil change until the ATX fluid looks cheery red & new !! No need to disconnect anything if the vehicle and fluids are maintained properly from new !! Great Video as usual Chris !

[@averyalexander2303]

If you drain and fill the reservoir every oil change since new, the fluid will stay clean indefinitely and there won't be any need to flush it.

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Not everyone buys cars new, i refuse to buy anything made after '05.​@averyalexander2303

[@mebcool]

Thanks ChrisFix. I went through half a dozen other so-called "Professional" videos and couldn't get crap out of them. Hate it when some lunkhead that calls himself a "technician" and wears a fancy "GM" uniform shows you how to do this or that... ON THE BENCH !!!!! The real world is right here under the hood ! Really man, thanks a bunch.

[@DarinRowley]

Chris, you're my go-to guy for all projects I haven't done before.. Thanks for being so thorough.

[@scatpack1017]

Make sure you get that return line hose clamp exactly in the same spot it was before. Match it up to the imprint left on the hose. If you don't, it can leak. Small vice grips can help you get it back on.

[@ZDE13]

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[@chrisfix]

Dennis Zakhrabekov Awesome Dennis! Keep watching videos and learning! Your grandpa is a valuable source too! I am glad you are learning a lot!

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From a 79 year old former mechanic, Service adviser, Service mgr VW Porsche Audi, Ford-excellent safe video! Would hire this guy in a min!

[@todd53217]

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[@fredrickgarnes715]

I'm glad I found this, I did a pre-purchase inspection on a 1995 Camry, and one of the issues with it was that the power steering fluid was dark, you know what they said they'd charge me for a flush? $110! That's outrageous for something so simple!

[@2awesome292]

$10 for fluid, $100/hr for labor ofc...

[@jackiechan_wtf4041]

Fredrick Garnes Mechanics can charge anywhere from $65-$100 for hourly labor. The tools and products is face value but they get you for labor cost. That price is actually good.

[@bbarker5766]

You do know the mwchanics don't get paid that rate right?? Sometimes the mwchanic gets raped doing a job that a book says takes an hour to complete but it actually takes them 2 hra because of whatever the reason they only get paid their wage for that hour. Dealers and shop owners can make out on the rates not the person doing the work.

[@lunv1888]

StrikeForce Dad can’t they also say it will take 2 hrs but really do it in 1, get paid for the 2 hours and continue on another job?

[@linkstale]

price seems right, if you wanna do it yourself no ones stopping you

[@adude31100]

Awesome video as always 😁👌. Only one thing I would add. If you buy a foot of power steering hose, you can attach it to the return hose fitting and toss both hoses in an empty jug. This will eliminate a great deal of mess, when you flush the fluid by turning the steering wheel. Makes sure the bottle is clear, so you can see when the new fluid begins to flow. Great video Chris 🤝.

[@boots7859]

For most people nowadays, you might want to just disconnect the return line at the reservior. Drain reservior, then block it off. Put hose end into your drain container, and either turn lock to lock with wheel off the ground or use starter to spin the PS pump, just try to not allow it to start. Helps to have a helper keeping the PS res filled here. Do this until the PS fluid from the hose is clear or red, or whatever. Make sure you are turn lock to lock while draining to get all that fluid out. Then just reconnect everything, top off, start up and do lock to lock 5-6 times, check/re-top off, and then safe test drive.

[@mrc6032]

really enjoy your videos ChrisFix. they are awesome. im learning auto mechanics & your videos are professional, concise. you put the information straightforward and treat your viewers like professionals by cutting to the chase & good editing. i appreciate the time you put into your channel. just A BIG THANKS! to you Chris

[@PNW_Sportbike_Life]

I just emptied the res, refilled with fresh, turned steering wheel. Did this 3 times. Totally cured the whine that was happening at the wheels turn limit.

[@chrisfix]

Awesome!

[@amjathkhan2004]

You mean you flushed it 3 times, why is that even needed when doing it once is more than enough? My car makes whining noise at the wheels turn limit too, but the mechanic told me that's due to the pump failure. Interesting that it's gone in your case just after flushing.

[@PNW_Sportbike_Life]

Indeed. Wife noticed that it was immediately better as well.

[@amjathkhan2004]

@@PNW_Sportbike_Life Good to hear. Thanks!

[@JaanB8805]

Mechanics at dealerships don't fix things, they change part's. It's more profitable if u chance the pump not the fluid 😁

[@davidbecker7667]

Thank you. You explain and show everything so clearly. For a retired man with no knowledge. My time now can be used to do these jobs with confidence. Save so much money. When you do it yourself. you know it is done right. Thank you.

[@KhaoticKyler]

Chris,I absolutely love this video. I’m not a mechanic at ALL, but this video made it so easy to understand and I can say I’m pretty confident in changing it, but my husband refuses to let me do it. Haha. Thanks dude! ❤️

[@patrick8621]

Thanks for this video. Made the flush very easy to follow. The part that took the longest for me was disconnecting the hose. I was scared I would break or rip it. I guess I didn't realize how strong they are. I just had to muscle it off. Thanks for helping me keep my 16 year old beater running

[@JDMSTi7]

Love these videos i just wish i had more time to watch them all! definitely my favorite youtube channel, awesome work Chris!

[@jongdeukkim7565]

Thanks ChrisFix. Great! Your videos are my complete guide. Today, I just have replaced the power steering fluid on 2003 Toyota Highlander following your way exactly. It's working good. Thanks a lot. I really appreciate your perfect videos. Good luck.

[@robbychappell9246]

I have a v6 3.0l Ranger. everything you do on your truck, is GOLD for me. thank you.

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dude gives the best guides, illustrations and smoothest advice I've ever seen...thanks very much Christoper Fixtures haha

[@danielsmith1228]

Hello ChrisFix. I really appreciate your videos. They are very informative and well done. I just started watching recently and will be recommending to others. Keep up the good work.

[@chrisfix]

+Daniel Smith Thanks a lot Daniel! I appreciate the support!

[@sohobooksunlimited]

Thanks Chris. No more embarrassing high pitch whine while starting the engine, driving and turning corners and You saved me a ton of money and from getting robbed! Total cost, $12.00 and 1.5 hrs of siphoning out old oil. I didn't bleed it though the hose though but i did a good job and its worked perfectly and my engine runs crazy quiet!!!WHEW.... Thanks from Brooklyn NY

[@swansong007]

I watch a few of your videos every night. They are great. You are a master mechanic. Brilliant teacher and thorough. Best on here by miles. Thanks Chris

[@michaelchitwood6226]

Good tip to move steering wheel lock to lock (before removing the low pressure hose). Good tip to add new fluid to push old fluid out (via the disconnected low pressure hose).

[@chrisfix]

Michael Chitwood Thanks bud! The idea is to make it as easy as possible and get the most amount of fluid out as possible.

[@Trident_Euclid]

Never disconnect the high pressure line (usually it's made out of aluminum).

[@SilasBudman420]

This was so helpful. I'm doing mine in a few hours from now.

[@spencers8280]

Thank you man for all the walkthrough videos step by step. You've saved me $$$$$. My family and I appreciate it. Keep up the great work!

[@cole9318]

Thank you so much Chris! Im 17 and I have a used 2003 Ford Taurus that came with the whine. I thought the pump was bad and replaced it as well as the fluid inside of it but never thought to unhook the return line 😅 Opened the pump the other day to see dirty fluid still in there after my power steering went out and realized what I did wrong. I guess you live and learn :)

[@movingforward6099]

love your maintenance vids ! cheers!

[@joemartinez6182]

Thank you very much, as I didn't know how to go about flushing the power steering system.

[@timoy4988]

Who knew you'd be helping me out 9 years in the future. Thanks Chris! Your the best. 😁👍👍

[@jeremythevirushuang6303]

Chris, I stop looking at other videos and have started doing things myself. You have saved me over $800 so far! I love your videos and you're definitely my fav KZbin channel.

[@chrisfix]

Awesome! I am glad the videos are helpful!

[@red666A]

Great!! Safety always come first.

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Glad i found you brotha. Great tips. Thank you.

[@chrisfix]

Freddy Lagunas Im glad the videos are helpful!

[@mark4086]

Thanks, Chris...I've watched several of your videos. As usual, well done and very helpful! Thanks much for taking the time!

[@sheldonratner5424]

8 years ago this man was a small KZbinr now he’s a legend.

[@paulg444]

Chris, I would recommend not bothering with the syphoning of the reservoir. It is typically at the lowest point where any sediments or deposits will settle. Just add fresh as the spent fluid exits.

[@l0llollollol812]

Exactly what I needed to see to fix my car thank you so much!

[@MsLintee]

ChrisFix your video's are the best. I always your video's for reference and how to projects. The video's are concise, accurate and to the point. Having a mechanical background I'm impressed with what you got going on here! Thank you.

[@edgarhasbun5950]

Thanks Chris I don't have a car, but I'm getting a Ford Ranger 2014 brxt week. And it's automatic transmission. I can't say enough thanks you for all your videos. May the LORD bless and keep you safe

[@ua0lgc4x4]

Good job men! Good luck!

[@wadewheelingtonii7690]

Thanks I appreciate your video.

[@jimc.7121]

Chris, you are da bomb. I've seen other videos (not yours) where they ran the engine to flush the P.S. fluid and it shoots out in about one second. There's no way to keep fluid in the pump that way. Plus, it wastes a lot of new fluid that way. Your method is genius. Thank you so much for sharing a much better way of doing this nasty job!

[@starwars1744]

I'm considering doing this with my car once the weather warms up. This guide is perfect. Thank you Chris.

[@danparker93]

Fantastic down to earth tutorial. Worked like a charm! I was a bit messier than you though since the hoses on a Prelude are pretty hard to fiddle with xD

[@chrisfix]

Haha it’s always going to be messy but I’m glad he video was helpful!

[@justinstevens4446]

Bro I gotta do this on my 99 prelude. Was it pretty easy to do?

[@danparker93]

@@justinstevens4446 I'm a complete mechanic noob and I managed to get it done fine. I'm sure you'll be ok haha. Just watch out for reconnecting the pipes. Mine were quite stiff.

[@hiadm1477]

nice video flushing is better than changing oil only

[@terrymonroe2580]

Love the common sense approach. Thanks for making this video and sharing it with us.

[@johng1902]

OUTSTANDING video and narrative. Very easy to follow, great tips, and easy to listen to.

[@baophan3515]

shape some aluminum foil around the drain area to divert the fluid into a pan.

[@chrisfix]

+Boa Phan Great idea!

[@BigEightiesNewWave]

Boa Phan Good idea.

[@hanskinslo326]

Always a great idea! Cheap aluminum baking pans also work well as catch pans. You can also bend them to direct fluids, too.

[@xcross8537]

Boa Phan Good 🤔

[@LatinDanceVideos]

Aluminium foil baking pans are stiffer. Otherwise aluminium foil wrapped over cardboard.

[@didar389]

chris thanks for the great video i like every single video you make thanks

[@chrisfix]

danny love Thanks a lot Danny! I appreciate the feedback and I am glad you like the videos!

[@jimmywilson1388]

You can also pull the car up on a hill so the front end is higher than the rear and with the car running turn it all the way left and right and hold it there for a few seconds to help bleed all the air out. Love your videos man... Since I have found your channel I have been watching all of your videos:)

[@TripleTHC420]

9 years later and your still helping people. Absolutely legend

[@hanskinslo326]

2:00 - looks like somebody might need a new oil pan one of these days.... Good video, Chris!

[@chrisfix]

I ended up sanding it and then painting it which worked decent.

[@JamesDuren]

Thanks Chris! I'm trying this tomorrow.

[@chrisfix]

+J.R. Duren awesome! Let me know how it goes.

[@ecooney007]

Chris fix. You have inspired me to not go to a mechanic any more. I would go the dealer mostly and it was soooo expensive, and honestly I wasn't real sure if stuff was done or done right. I chose my first job as a power steering flush on a 1999 ford F-150. It was my father in law's truck and he kept it really nice, it is so clean, I don't think he ever drove it in rain or snow. We drove it cross country and the steering was rough, noisy left and right, and had like a lag when turning to the right. I used most of the stuff you recommended in combo with some other videos. Went lock to lock in the garage several times. Started the engine to remove most of the air. Went lock to lock again when it as running. Then took I out in the road. It made the worst noise! Even at a stop light. But after three minutes no noise at all so dove it around, made turns for about 15 minutes. Got back to the garage, added a bit more Valvoline Maxlife Synthetic ATF ($14.97/Gallon at Walmart) went lock to lock a few more times. The result? Super quiet turning left and right, and no more lag!!! I'm super psyched and happy it worked and don't need to get a new belt or pump yet!!! THANK YOU!!

[@jahsonstar4209]

Thank you for your sharing. You videos and instructions are clear and you don't skip over steps. Just wanted to say thank you Chris Fix!

[@z3phyrdok]

You do a good job on your videos! I enjoy watching them.

[@chrisfix]

zephyr Dok Thanks a lot man! I am glad you like them!

[@z3phyrdok]

I just recently got a 2001 Dodge Ram 1500 Magnum. It's got about 136000 miles not too bad, full tank normal driving I've gone about 140 miles on a half tank. The main problem that I'm having is that the OBD 2 pin number 18 apparently has low voltage, so I can't hook up any diagnostics scanner.

[@chrisfix]

zephyr Dok Dang, that stinks. I wonder what is causing the low voltage problem...

[@z3phyrdok]

I have no clue! But it sucks.

[@chrisfix]

zephyr Dok Let me know if you figure it out! Maybe the wires behind the obd2 port are loose.

[@kevinwalters8589]

thank you so much you been a helpful. bless you now.

[@chrisfix]

Glad the video was helpful!

[@jefftee448]

Dude, just wanna say thanks and that you have the best DIY videos on KZbin. Keep up the great work!!

[@dustinketelhut6046]

my car was whining but after parking into a sharp turn it stopped, thought it was power steering. checked the fluid but has water in the fill. Thanks for your video at least my car will have new power steering fluid. hope the whining stops. Thanks all your videos are great!

[@WhiteBuffalo187]

Fluid covers floor “camera wasn’t recording” 🤣 love the videos tho

[@keepitreal3557]

Before disconnecting the hose I usually pinch it with a needle nose vice grip to prevent it from leaking and making a mess....👍

[@robby844]

That actually damages the internal walls of the hose

[@CBsays_]

Good point, makes a cleaner job. They make special clamps for that, needle nose pliers are a bit sharp and rigid.

[@robby844]

@Mr305Maxxx never. It damages the walls of the hose.

[@mcbridemotorsports5788]

Your Videos have come a long way since this one man. Love the content! Keep it up

[@mjexperiments7023]

Chris fix got me addicted to these vids!!Such an incredible teacher

[@moizsiddikio4]

Well after watching this video I tried to do it but figured out that my car has electric power steering (E.P.S) BUT it helped me in my dad's car! Thanks Chris

[@chrisfix]

I'm glad the video was helpful!

[@moizsiddikio4]

@@chrisfix Chris your video of replacing struts was also very helpful thank you very much for all the guidance!❤

[@The247th]

I was in dire need of a vehicle so I "inherited" a trashed 00' Ford Ranger. Its was the family truck that everyone and their grandma drove but no one took care of it. It runs solid but it sure feels a bit aged because of neglect. Well anyways I'm restoring the Ranger and your videos have been very helpful!

[@chrisfix]

Glad the videos have been helpful! You will have that ranger in tip top shape in no time!

[@The247th]

ChrisFix In due time it sure will! I've been working on it for a week now. It looks and feels better. Today I did the steering fluid flush, but that darn whine is still there. Although its not as loud as it used to be and the steering wheel feels a lot smoother now. I just wonder what's still making the whine when I turn :\

[@chrisfix]

Ford Power steering pumps are know to whine when they age.

[@The247th]

I'll see if it gets better in a few days or else I'll just get a rebuilt steering pump. They go for about $40 a the local store.. Do you plan on doing any videos on a steering pump swap? haha

[@chrisfix]

***** It will definitely get quieter in a few days. No matter what you do, there is going to be some air bubbles trapped but driving around will remove them. Took 2 days for my truck to become way quieter than before. I dont plan on any power steering pump swaps any time soon because they are all in good shape (knock on wood lol).

[@cliffseagullonhead9984]

Have just done your easy flush, thank you for the video. Have syphoned and replaced 4ltrs of atf and the crud that came out was black and the filter was dirty. Now I can see the fluid level 😀👍👍

[@alfernandez9525]

As always great vid. Chris. Clear and concise. All the best!!

[@doubledanzaXX]

0:28 his owners Manuel also doubles as a coffee filter

[@Discriminater]

lol

[@chrisfix]

Yea the previous owner didnt take care of this truck at all and must have soaked the owners manual with coffee!

[@barch118]

lol and stupid oil change places wanted me to pay a hundred dollars to do this?

[@arfr3596]

Mustard Chief yea. And most of the time they don't even do it

[@hanskinslo326]

Yep, they charge around $80-$100 per hour, and probably charge a minimum one hour.

[@AGreedyTree]

It's $69.99 at Kwik Kar.

[@TheLongLouis]

I paid about $5 for the power steering fluid. Flushed it out through the return line.

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@@AGreedyTree who needs rhe kwik e mart. I dooooooooo.......

[@nelsahn7131]

Thank you for saving me some bucks ! I tried this today and went smoothly

[@paulrandomview]

Great idea to use a turkey baster, thank you! I've just ordered 2 of them - one to remove old oil, and another to put in new oil, because the power steering reservoir on my 1990 V12 Daimler is buried so deep in the engine, I can barely reach it, and would spill old & new oil everywhere. Hence your turkey baster idea has really helped me, thanks!

[@rhandieleeparker8293]

I never undo the return hose,I use the same thing a baster. I get as much fluid out of the reservoir, put that fluid in a bottle (given it's at the said fluid proper level)then replace that fluid with a fluid that has conditioner for the hoses,that way I never over fill any fluid level. Then I start my vehicle drive a mile or two then repeat that process x amount of times depending on how many times it takes to rid the reservoir, pump and both return and high pressure hoses are completely drained off the old fluid. Then in a week or so repeat the process again with straight fluid. Also a great tip if when you drain the fluid and you put it in a freezer and it turns into a frozen sludge with or less than ten minutes then you'll wanna do it how I explained because of cold starts and the hot temperatures of summer are not forgiving to any vehicles fluids people. How Chris did this video will work alright there will be sludge build up in your pump and hoses, that's a huge reason why I always let fluid get to operating temperatures. Especially if there's isn't a pan to remove as in a oil pan , diff cover or a transmission pan. None the ever GREAT VIDEOS CHRIS , GREAT CHANNEL, KEEP MAKING THEM. I'm just not much on removing old hoses unless I have a brand new one to replace the old one.

[@this_charming_lad]

To easy. Thanks again for the steady cam and excellent description. I found my memorial day weekend job. My 2000 Ranger 2.5l SOHC does have dirty fluid and a noisy pump. Ill let you know the result once I change it out.

[@chrisfix]

Good Luck and let me know how it goes!

[@this_charming_lad]

ChrisFix used your non-full flush method. I should have taken to account air in the system, after a refill. Feels better but still noisy. Gonna use that product you used. Too easy, took about an hour.

[@chrisfix]

The noise will go away as you drive (the air bubbles will escape eventually). Just make sure your pump never runs dry because then you will damage it and the noise may never go away! I think after a few days you will feel and hear the difference!

[@this_charming_lad]

Drove 150 miles today, noise and vibration gone. just the typical ford PS Pump noise now.

[@melodic_iam9167]

This is awesome. First, I never thought to pay attention to the specific steering fluid when topping off my car so now I have to flush it. This made it sound less intense. Definitely want to do this myself.

[@VirtueAly]

I like this video. No big intro, just gets right into it. Thanks!

[@donador87]

man.. on the previosu video you made a noise test with/without adding some new fluid. Why you didn't performed the test after full flush??? i am curious if noise is fully gone.

[@LoganXHebda]

This Mazda getting bought by CF is like the pounds sickest dog getting adopted by a vet

[@munenex]

Word.

[@Dbriskit]

Nice vid mate. Steering on my old impreza is getting noisy. Adding this job to my Holiday maintenance list. Thank you for the very straightforward instructions.

[@Doggo_Norse]

This was really helpful, I am now confident that I can change my power steering fluid. Thank you!

[@chrisfix]

+la nena, I cannot reply to your comment for some reason so I hope you see this. A loss of power steering can be cause by three main problems. 1.) you are low in power steering fluid (so check that) 2.) your belt is not on the power steering pump pulley (maybe it broke), it is on the pulley incorrectly, or there is slippage of the belt when you turn the wheel (old worn belt, or there is oil or something on it) -have someone go and turn the wheel as you watch the pump and the pulley to make sure it is spinning 3.) the pump is work out, clogged, or just brokem -you can try the flush I did in this video and see if it is just clogged or it has very old fluid or air in the lines or something before getting a new pump.

[@FGuilt]

ChrisFix power steering loss can also be from the rack mounts or air in the rack.

[@66crush9]

Another great Chris Fix Video!!

[@ddd228]

It depends on what car you have. Look up "morning sickness" as applied to GM cars. No,I'm not kidding,here.

[@powerblaze2u]

@@FGuilt how do u get rid of the air in the rack?

[@FGuilt]

@@powerblaze2u typically there's a leak somewhere. After the leak is fixed and the fluid reservoir is at the proper level you run the motor and turn your wheel all the way from left to right multiple times. That should clear any bubbles.

[@eksine]

for hondas just disconnect the smaller hose at the power steering fluid reservoir and connect a vinyl hose to that into a waste container. turn on car and do a wheel steering lock, turn off engine the second it stops flowing. don't bleed out the bigger hose on the reservoir, it will explode, I know this from experience, lol. fill it back up when you're done

[@chrisfix]

Thanks for sharing the tips for hondas!

[@skylinefever]

There is a second thing to remember when working on Hondas. Honda power steering fluid is different from other fluids, but it is the same color as power steering fluid for many other cars.

[@anthonyerdman1725]

Your videos are excellent!!! Keep up the great work Crisfix 🤙🏻

[@gqfilipino95]

Flushed the power steering fluid and took like 15 minutes. Thanks for your help and will do this on all my cars.

[@kieferlim9602]

Hi Chris, i am watching your videos for knowledge and i did some DIY on my car and bike too. Question i have here is if you are using turkey baster or a hand driven pump, how do you clean the pump hoses or the turkey baster as we may have used it for brake fluid or power steering fluid etc, just dont want to mix any residue from the hose.

[@kellenstuart4698]

There's cleaners for each type of fluid. I'm a bike mechanic, so I don't know all the car fluids, but for DOT 3 fluid you can use isopropyl alcohol. For and grease or oil, usually any degreaser works (including dish soap). In fact, if I were you I would just use dish soap and warm water and call it good. As long as you get most of it, tiny residue wont hurt anything

[@sneugdae]

Your videos are great! Now I just need to invest in tools and I can save money fixing my car on my own.

[@chrisfix]

Thanks! Get a simple socket set and basic tools to start like this: amzn.to/2jfFjCG And dont forget a breaker bar: amzn.to/2jzk9xL

[@chrismcdonald6481]

Buddy did this to my vehicle this morning. Also cleaned power steering filter. What a difference!,,,. Didn't have to change power steering pump👍👍

[@benoitfamille3976]

Again another good video, with simple yet complete explanations! Keep this up! 🙂

[@GaryCunhaPC]

Supercharger? No... Ford power steering pump :) I'll have to try your suggestion of the power steering enhancer

[@luisagustin3689]

Thanks for the video!! You the best!!!

[@Aaron-qr3tg]

Year 2070 how to flush you cars battery

[@chrisfix]

+Alpha smurf lol

[@TheStickman320]

Alpha smurf Actually, there is a process similar to what you describe. On some batteries, you can actually access the individual cell's acid. You could use a hydrometer to determine the state of charge, too

[@Aaron-qr3tg]

Jeez I posted this a year ago.. time flies

[@BmwMe-uh9sy]

Alpha smurf we won't have battery's In that year

[@payneinthebutt3098]

Bmw M3 e46 True, we already have them.

[@ClearBrookExotics]

Dude! You are SO great! Thanks for helping us newbies with all of these videos.

[@waynesgmc4578]

HI CHRIS, GREAT VIDEO AND IT IS AWESOME THAT YOU EXPLAIN EACH AND EVERY DETAIL. I AM SO HAPPY KNOWING THERE ARE GOOD PEOPLE TO EXPLAIN AND PASS ON THE INFO. I WOULD SAY YOU POSSESS GOOD EDUCATIONAL SKILLS. THIS IS A GREAT HELP! THANK YOU! WAYNE

[@MisterLEM0NS]

As a valvoline tech, I can smell that damn ATF from here...

[@checker1o125]

Jeah its nasty af

[@theroyalcrownedtiger2946]

The Valvoline branded atf has strong scent in it. I have used the auto parts store in-house branded atf, and the strong scent is not there, but has a little bit of scent in it. And the 2 bottles 2 different brands, and they are both non synthetic Dexron III atf. My guess is something is different in the formulation, one has more of something the other one has less of.

[@gunnardotson5822]

You’re gonna make a mess so get the paper towels ready. Lmaoooo

[@mjremy2605]

Thank you so much, Chris! I did not even know I had to do this. My car is from 2008 and its never had a steering fluid change, yikes. It turns out that for Toyota Yaris you need to change it every 2 yrs or 50K miles. I'm way over. Great video as always! I don't know how you manage to film such difficult angles. Keep up the great work, I'm loving it and benefitting from your knowledge. Subscribed.

[@chrisfix]

Welcome aboard and thanks a lot! And that fluid is definitely due. Let me know how this goes and how it feels after!