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How to service BMW power steering fluid and what kind to use M3 e36 e34 e38 e39 e90 e92 M5 e60 e61, NOTE: if you are going to change 100% of the fluid you will have to drain via the the pressure line fitting on the power steering pump.
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[@NathansBMWWorkshop]

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[@dariusbasil6817]

You show in your video which oil to put into steering(ATF OIL),and,in the first comment line you recommend another type - CHF 11S . Why is that? I have common problems with CHF 11 S and i want to try ATF version. This thread confuses me allot. My conclusion is: In the workshop programs the only liquid for steering is CHF 11 S .At Servo steering cap it write: ,,ATF OIL ONLY,, .So which type is correct for optimum condition?Thank you

[@mihai-danut6955]

Put ATF red one

[@gdogmanbit]

@@dariusbasil6817 119o

[@savvasgreece8700]

not true. from 2000 bmw and mini, went to CHF11S. cheap one is FEBI, green bottle. Very happy, cause synthetic, and more stable viscocity during warmup temp changes. I lost all problems. pentosin is even better. go with GREEN.doesn't pressure steering to make a leak.

[@jarviswilliams6520]

Hey Nathan, Good Video, I Had My Water pump, Steering Belts and Hosing replaced this past Christmas, now my steering is tight and turns weird, I feel the mechanics are giving me the run around, I spent $3500 getting all these things fixed, now they want to charge me again for diagnostic and said it might be my steering pump that needs replace, looking at your video I think they're trying to make a bigger fix to get me to spend money, is there anyway I can check to make sure I don't have a steering pump replacement issue

[@forwardpress3146]

Perfect video. Worked perfectly. Stopped the whining and steering feels new again. Thanks.

[@magg93]

As always instructional videos of high class! Thanks for sharing your knowledge with these motors and saving us thousands of dollars!

[@retallic6481]

I really do appreciate this man, very detailed. Thank you.

[@otomis2000]

Thank you. Very helpful. Especially the Castrol and pump tips.

[@knkjkjn]

Nice video as always. I'm from the EU and the only Castrol's fluid I could find was the Transmax multi-vehicle dexron 3, for my 97 520ia. Can you please recommend any other fluid ,since you said that the dexron isn't ok to use please? Tnx.

[@nickkostakis9600]

Great job and good advice thank you so much from Sydney Australia 😊

[@yvesviaud160]

Hi Nathan thamks to this video I just filled my car with the same ATF and it stopped that horrific noise when turning the wheel left or right. Do you have a video on Transmission speed sensor replacement?

[@azthundercloud]

I always add 2oz of at205 to keep things lubricated. great videos.

[@tedosne8893]

Lol I was just about to add it to mine after flushing the fluid

[@renejimenez5068]

Love your videos man! Thanks!!!

[@angeloliden8852]

I have a 2004 bmw X3 2.5i with the M54 engine I've used Pentosin Hydraulic fluid/Power steering fluid Ch11 for my Power steering I've had no issues currently

[@raymondshanks3616]

Thank you Nathan, I was confused about the brand to replace my fluid in my e46. I'm restoring a 2002 325i and was replacing my oil and did an inspection and found the fluid low. Didn't see any signs of leaking.

[@bayfinest1938]

I got quick question when i open my power steering cap the fluid is brown any idea

[@ChachaChachacc]

Carlos Gonzalez I have a 2002 325i bmw and the liquid is brown too, if you figure out what’s wrong let me know please !

[@bayfinest1938]

@@ChachaChachacc whats your snapchat

[@ErinRaciell]

noturdawg your fluid is probably too old. You might to service that and change it.

[@HI_grade]

Thanks for the videos, learning alot

[@theuniqueldy]

Thank you. Glad I checked 1st., now I know what to use.

[@kouroshtashvishi5031]

theuniqueldy meowwww 😻😻

[@djirony77]

Thanks a lot Nathan. It really was a great help for me and I hope for others too.

[@NathansBMWWorkshop]

No problem thanks for watching the videos it's greatly appreciated

[@philipwatt6222]

I have a '85 528 and just took it into Valvoline and asked them to pay attention to the power steering fluid - wonder if they put the wrong fluid on there? It's moaning like a Castilian whore 😢should I pump it out? What's the name brand of the replacement fluid?

[@vmoya6631]

Short and to the point. Keep it up sir

[@seang2424]

Yeee haa just subbed BRILLANT. Is this stuff good for a z3

[@Ladiesman217-07]

Thank you, really needed this

[@MeMe-tb4tt]

Great job man!! More videos por favor 😎

[@A09183]

2001 BMW z3 2.5i Roadster, I used the same ATF fluid, it’s working fine. Can you tell me your opinion, please

[@ManuelGomez-lr9pu]

Very helpful thanks for the video

[@OscarEstrada1974]

thank you for the good information you provided

[@inmortem]

Very true! The shaft will break! The pulley will be fucked! Listen to this guy, he spoke on everything that is happening.

[@AngryCagen]

So glad I watched this video!

[@Adrianzx]

I watched a dozen of these videos and yours is by far the best

[@szaki]

My 91' E34 use the green stuff, CHF 7.1 mineral oil, it's marked on the cap of PS reservoir. I had the CHF 11S PSF at home, which is the synthetic version, so I used that. I read on line, not supposed to. Soon, I think flush the PS system, fluid looks dirty. Cheers! 👍😄

[@tatendamakiwa2654]

I'm definitely going to try that method my E46 is very hard to turn on low speed feels like an old truck 🚚 now kkkkk Thank you will revert

[@josephloyd506]

Sure glad i watched ur vid. Was fixen to fill power steering with over counter psf. Thanks nathan

[@JohnDoe-gm5qr]

Some of them may use CHF-11S or 202. Those are the one that never should have ATF in the power steering. Using the wrong stuff may even cause the rack to leak.

[@Stian2001]

Jup and CHF is PSF👍🏻

[@jeffjeff4477]

Does the Shudder and noise part sound familiar?? Thank you, I will try that!!! Thnx!!!!

[@Brigstube]

Would Transmax work on a 2005 545i e60 (power steering)? I used it on transmission, it works awesome. Thanks in advance.

[@user-BONEZSTALEY]

Thanks very informative 😊

[@jamaldenalkhwelde7252]

What the best oil dexron ll or dexron lll for power streeng bmw e36?

[@livaholdings]

2000 BMW M Roadster, the 1998-2000 3.2L engine. What power steering fluid do I use for a top up? I am leaking a bit which needs to be addressed, but to not blow out the pump, I want to top it up. Owners manual doesnt even give any info and this video has 2 recommendations. Also, any luck/recommendation on lucas stop leak type stuff? Does that work? Ruin the system? I cant find much on this car, its all Z3 stuff, which I dont know if its the same setup.

[@titob1895]

Much Appreciated Video Sir

[@sleepaa]

nice vid very helpful

[@shabibajwa9816]

Nathan, you are the great

[@timocrosby]

Baby oil works great too! Hahaha. 3 years ago my e60 sprung a hydraulic leak along I-40 near William's, Az and Safeway was the only store open so I went inside and grabbed a few bottles of regular ol' baby oil, poured it in there and it's worked fine ever since! No leaks or anything! Lol!

[@LegitMystic]

Tim Crosby whattttt?

[@timocrosby]

@@LegitMystic yeah regular old baby oil is Mineral oil. Been using it as clutch fluid in my dirt bikes for over 15 years and never had a single problem with it. I put it my 530i in May of 2017 and it's still in there and Ive not had any problems with it. No leaks and everything works great.

[@kevindenning7361]

Oh come on You were getting baby oil for some frakey stuff

[@veryslyfox]

CHF202 and 11S are oil-based, so baby oil could be an emergency solution, but it's not good long-term because it has no anti-wear additives. Your pump is slowly degrading. Also, in cold weather it's much thicker than 202 & 11S. If you're too cheap to buy the real stuff, at least use racing oil (0w10 or 0w synthetic). It's very similar to CHF202. They have identical viscosity and similar additives.

[@timocrosby]

@@veryslyfox you're most likely right but it's been over 5 years and over 50,000 miles now and I still haven't had any issues with it. Haven't added a drop and everything still works great. Maybe it will go 10 years with no problem?

[@saryn1829]

I've been using redline atf fluid for my e36 and it seems to be the best type you can buy.

[@gonolz]

thanks. looks like I just sprung a leak in my 1998 328I, I'll look for that stuff.

[@saryn1829]

Anthony Dlugos My uncle who has 5 old school bimmers introduced it to me, bmw enthusiasts’ favorite and easy to buy from most major retailers at a fair price

[@elcompa8000]

@@saryn1829 i have a question in the video the guy is talking about putting transmission oil to the power steering right? so transmission oil is better the power steering oil? for power steering

[@saryn1829]

@@elcompa8000 yes the power steering system takes atf (automatic transmission fluid)

[@saryn1829]

@@elcompa8000 what’s your make and model?

[@paganiluv9552]

I have Valvoline maxlife left over from my transmission service, and I know from your other videos that you like it, so why did you use Castrol?

[@doedyman6918]

Probably because BMW recommends castrol oil

[@Anthony-ke5bw]

Hey partner so i am using transmission fluid for the sterring fluid?? Not a stering fluid . I will put transmax from castrol like you suggest into the steering fluid reservoir? I will use the synthetic but i want to make sure that i am using transmission fluid in the steering fluid reservoir because my x3 steering seems a bit more tight than before so im gonna service the reservoir but i want again to be certain that i am.outting Transmission fluid from catrol into the resevoir??? Please let me know thanks. Anthony

[@inspiron528]

Should the reservoir always be full or just enough for expansion issues? Forgive me for my lack of knowledge.

[@mavericknoo9555]

Thanks for the video. I have a 2004 645CIC. My PS tank is on passenger side. I see its low oil and I have a leak around the driver side tire. What could it be?

[@AngryCagen]

Thanks for sharing. Sending you an email with q quick video of my issue. Sounds like this video should resolve the issue.

[@buddylongd]

My steering has been scretching when i turn the wheel it sounds like a rusty door hindge. Couldnt find the powersteering fluid goes. atleast now i can check & see first thansk for the video

[@evyrivera1978]

Thanks for sharing. I have a BMW X 3. When oil change maintenance is being done , etc can there be a way to damage or have a leaking pipe or so? I was driving all of a sudden steering wheel became hard I couldn’t turn my wheel??? What do you recommend it think it could be?

[@asmircar1]

could be low fluid or power steering pump could be dead.

[@christophermclean9781]

Thank for the info going to top up my e36..

[@randsp3c709]

Is the e36 a 325i, sorry I have no idea

[@amariodom4858]

my e38 has a leak from that power steering reservoir & the previous owner had some random power steering fluid bottle in the trunk looks like something he got from a gas station. hopefully when I put the proper fluid it stops leaking

[@SweatySantana]

I think my pump went bad. It’s very hard to steer at slow speeds & there’s no circulation in the Reservoir. Pretty sure I need to buy a replacement. Is that the case?

[@davidviner4932]

Great video, I'm from the UK, I have a BMW 2l diesel convertible, just wondering what fluids need replacing, it's a 6 speed manual and the oil and filters have been changed at 13k mile intervals as I don't believe in BMW 20k mile intervals. Fuel filter changed at 50k, pollen filter changed every 15k, it's had the Forte engine flush and diesel fuel system treatment just done at 91k miles. I bought the car with full service history 19 months ago with 41k on the clock, so I've gone 50k miles since, South of France twice, Belgium and Amsterdam.

[@PATRYK-R1]

just change it. on my X5 cap shows CHF11S only... Pentosin makes one.

[@asmircar1]

oil change, oil filter, air filters, power steering oil, brake oil every year before winter. And fuel filter, engine air filter and differencial and transmission fluid every 2 years... u can skip transmission oil change and do it every 5 years, depends on how much u drive... oil is oil and it brakes down, so nothing is lifetime....

[@mkshellas3344]

Thanks you for your channel, need help, my 2008 535 iX i have no power don’t feel the turbos , if i step on the pedal no power , if i just tap the gas pedal drive normal. No power . Inpa says 12540 error turbos were replaced 5 years ago.

[@teodormihai8905]

Can i fuse it with my unknown steering oil ? Thank you a lot !! You did a great job !!

[@asmircar1]

do not mix oils, only use what ur car specifies.... for most bmws its red atf, but check before u buy anything. some cars use green fluids instead of red.

[@mikecazaly6424]

Yeh, good informative video

[@tristancloud9687]

So you have to out ATF in the power steering fluid correct? I have 2006 325i 4dr

[@charleshines6155]

Some of these use ATF but if it is not that get CHF-11S. You will know if CHF-11S is in there because it is green. CHF-202 is compatible with CHF-11S and is less expensive sometimes. I have heard that there is a green sticker on the ones that are supposed to use CHF-11S.

[@justarandomguy3969]

What if its black/brown?

[@asmircar1]

@justarandomguy3969 there should be name on reservoar cap saying ATF or CHF only.... depends on car.

[@christophergriffiths3388]

Hi Nate Chris here from Jamaica quick question my poor steering has a song it sounds like it's running out of fluid but the fluid container has fluid in it BMW 530i 2007

[@Sam-gj3xg]

Have you used swepco 715 ever on bmw cars when they say ch11s only ? Do you recommend it at all

[@paulbryce8908]

Thanks help out alot

[@avirmaharaj6514]

Excellent just did my E83 X3. No noises anymore ✌🏼

[@jpthepro1240]

I turned my engine on right after the steering wheel. Got looser but the sound still there

[@mercuryretrofit4430]

I have a 07 X3 what kind of power steering fluid did you use

[@bc7140]

Hi mate,does dex 3 mix up with dex 2?

[@Samurai-gq3pb]

Thank u brother

[@123pooq]

Hey Nathan I have a 2005 bmw 325i and I was wondering what the best atf was for it and maybe a substitute as well

[@asmircar1]

doesnt matter witch one as long as u change it 3-4 times.... it takes a while to change entire fluid, so just change it every other day for few days.

[@tatianis_2453]

would this one work for a 335 xi bmw? 2011

[@Shamus71]

Question about the transmission. I have an e90 with a GM transmission, and I now have 70k in the car. Should I do a complete pan drop with filter change, or should I be ok with a quick drain and fill and wait another year or two to do the pan drop? I plan on keeping the car for a long time and I do not trust BMWs claim for lifetime fill, which is 100k from what I hear. Also how does the Trans fluid that you are using compare to CHF-111? I just did the fluid swap of the chf, by sucking it out and refilling a couple times and turning the wheel lock to lock.

[@NathansBMWWorkshop]

+Shane Sexton Hello i use it in the e36 GM transmissions and the e90's along with all the zf's, i have never had a problem at all, i like to change the fluid around 40-50k miles, that kind of insures you are not going to have a problem, if you let it go to 100k you are taking a huge chance, the dealer will tell you not to change fluid and they also like selling you a new $7000 transmission, you will need to do the fill procedure, i do not have a video of that up yet so you will have to look it up, the fluid will need to be filled with the engine running at operating temp, you will need a hand pump that you can get like in the power steering video.

[@jeffjeff4477]

Hi Nathan, Thanks for the thorough video, 06 CI turn the steering wheel in park, engine running, has a shudder and sounds like a small engine, or motor boat....ug.....Did check the power steering fluid. low and not Red, feeling like someone put regular p S fluid... thoughts?????

[@NathansBMWWorkshop]

Jeff Jeff probably drain it at the pump and refill with trans fluid

[@jeffjeff4477]

Nathan's DIY Garage

[@royalbryson1]

Your video is about power steering fluid but you talk about using transmission fluid are they the same?

[@dannyromo493]

What if you put a "Lucas Oil Transmission Additive" would that jack up the power steering pump?

[@mihai-danut6955]

Don't put nothing in plus,just the oil.Change him at every 6 months,is cheap

[@AhmedAli-lk2ej]

I have a question I hope to answer it there the voice of the noise comes from the steering wheel pump what the reason for that ??

[@jordanturner429]

So my 1996 E36 320i has a metallic look to it but when you put your finger in it it comes out clearish with a little yellow to it. Should I purge the system at put dex3 in?

[@gp5173]

@NathansBMWWorkshop so for a 2001 showing ATF only on the power steering reservoir, which product should I use. The CHF11S is for 2006 and newer. Which would you recommend (amazon link ?) for the 2001 5 series ? Thanks

[@GotherYT]

Same concern, I stuck some dex atf in mine but now I'm worried if I put the wrong one, everyone is so vague about this

[@droid98]

I just replaced all break pads and now have break light on on the dash. How do i reset it so the light goes out

[@kishawatson3728]

Hello Nathan I have a 2006 BMW 525xi power steering went out while driving

[@VYM]

What about Pentosin CHF-11S? 1990+ and newer BMWs use Pentosin CHF-11S. No?

[@canadiandriftergolfer8264]

Always a good watch’

[@curiousmal]

Hi, question: I don't mean to sound stupid, but I want to make sure I really understood you: We're adding transmission fluid (oil) to the power steering reservoir on a BMW X5 ?

[@NathansBMWWorkshop]

Yes up until 2006 on x5 then it takes pentosin

[@curiousmal]

@@NathansBMWWorkshop Thanks for the reply/information.

[@leanag8226]

So I have a 2004 BMW 325i, and got the same exact fluid for my power steering. I'm just unsure if I can use the same thing. Will it damage anything or is this fluid what I'm supposed to use? Thank you let me know

[@Willhgf]

What’s your ig or snap cutie?

[@Itsall2BaD]

Today my stepmoms 02' 330i apparently was in motion with very hard right turns then smoke started coming from right side under the hood. Pulled over and towed home. Upon inspection the PS resorvoir was empty, then while cleaning up the mess found several slits at the 90° bend on the bottom resorvoir return hose. *What other type of damage could have been to the power steering system at this point? *I would like to purchase all replacement parts and fluids at once but not sure if ill need more than the new hoses and new resorvoir.

[@asmircar1]

let shop take care of it if ur not sure what parts u need.

[@KOGTI-xe2di]

what if i don't know what power steering fluid i have wich one should i buy so it doesen't causes any reaction, i would really like not to bleed the fluid out cuz i dont have tools or money to do it

[@hamzamo95]

Hey Nathan, off subject a little. I replaced my interior lights with LED canbus but now my map light would only be on for few seconds before they shut off and never come back on unless I stop, turn the car off and start traveling again!

[@asmircar1]

get rid of cheap chinesse lights and buy oem yellow lights. always try buying original or oem parts.

[@yeeaahhbuddy7006]

Thanks

[@danielakut4861]

Hey my car has a whining noise when turning at low speeds reading on forums apparently this will help? i drive an e87

[@ibanezmike1785]

If the power steering its making a noise it means it's bad then?

[@bayfinest1938]

I got quick question when i open my power steering cap the fluid is nasty brown color any idea

[@superscribe6651]

Hmmmm my BMW 325XI steering is really hard to move still. My first thought was replacing the fluid, which I did. I did it then moved the steering wheel, then replaced fluid again. Still stuck, IDK whats up.

[@johngalv9288]

Did I miss how to change the fluid or the filter? I didn't see that in the video. How do I get the filter out? thanks.

[@NathansBMWWorkshop]

Hello the filter is in the bottom of the tank, you must replace the whole tank, and break the line loose on the pump to removal all the fluid, this is done from under the car.

[@hmeslce09]

Okay so I just got a 2001 X5 and I don't know there's no paperwork with it there's no book I'm not sure exactly what kind of engine I have it would be nice to know can you help me out on it where do I where can I find this information out on I have the title but it doesn't say I keep hearing the different size engines and I'm just not clear add one more question you use transmission fluid for the power steering and for the transmission that that's correct

[@arthurvin2937]

CHF11S is the right stuff today, and yes it's green. If you replace brand new OEM BMW tank it will say CHF only, ATF warning is gone for years.

[@asmircar1]

dont mix fluids u will destroy ur pump, only use what is specified for ur car. Some use red, some use green, all cars are different.

[@FearfulEndeavor]

Any thoughts

[@calicoastin7015]

The reservoir is full but I hear whining and noises as I turn, the reservoir is leaking just like in this video how do I fix it?

[@jttorre2983]

i need help i put CHF 11s in the ATF location like this.. am i in trouble? the resvior was empty ? the auto parts told me to get the CHF 11s its a greenish liquid

[@mikesanchable]

Nathan, how do I change the power steering filter on a 2001 E38 4.4l engine?

[@asmircar1]

replace entire power steering reservoar....

[@jerrywells3730]

My wife Changed power steering pump and she put regular power steering fluid in but it’s only been running a week not turning now what do I need to do

[@palv9094]

Hi...Im changing oil on my e46 2002...when I check on Castrols web it says Transmax II multivehicle but it also says Transmax III multivehicle? Which one should I use? And do I have to change the resorvoir as well or can I just pump out the old oil and refill?

[@asmircar1]

doesnt matter as long as its atf, just pump it out and put new one in.... repeat proces every other day for 4-5 days.

[@avsopov]

Could you please explain more briefly the cause of power steering pump failures on e46 due to overheating. I didn't understand that exactly from your video. Thank you in advance.

[@NathansBMWWorkshop]

+Alexey Sopov Most of it is people using the wrong fluid , you can only use transmission fluid not chevy power steering fluid in it, also there is a filter in the bottom of the fluid resevoir

[@avsopov]

+Nathan's DIY Garage You mean using wrong steering fluid is a cause of steering pump overheating and failure. Is pentosin CHF okay or it's better to replace it with the oil from video?

[@NathansBMWWorkshop]

Any trans fluid should work, you just cant use the clear power steering fluid you would put in a chevy or ford

[@avsopov]

+Nathan's DIY Garage got it. Thank you for the explanation! ))

[@NathansBMWWorkshop]

No problem

[@user-sx2zv6rh6d]

First, I just want to say thank you for the video. Second, if you could answer this question I would appreciate it very much. I had someone accidentally put engine oil in the atf oil. After this happened, he took the e46 to get the atf fluid flushed. He did not replace the filter and I wasn't told what fluid they put in. Within a month the car didn't turn on one morning. A mechanic told me that it overheated so badly the engine is gone. So my question is what kind of damage would be caused if the car was being driven with the wrong fluid? I know you mentioned there will be no warning but do you have any more info about this? I.e. Car won't start or burning oil smell? Thank you.

[@startingtech3900]

lol damn wtf

[@woolbus4319]

Did they put atf oil in the engine or engine oil in the steering power?

[@asmircar1]

if you put wrong oil in power steering reservoar nothing can happen except power steering pump failure... u can stil drive without power steering. But if they put wrong oil in engine, than its possible to kill engine.... also bmw-s like to blow up all the time, no matter how much u service them, its just how its made... usualy because bad rod bearings.

[@williamavery1758]

Ok I bought a new power steering reservoir for my 2004 bmw 325i and my fluid is red. What should I use after i put the new reservoir on the same red Castro transmax or should i drain the whole thing out and use the chf11s,, in ur opinion what should I do

[@asmircar1]

never mix fluids or colors, use what is specified for ur vehicle....

[@bentwire]

i had to pull all the power stering lines from my car and now i cannot remember if the cooler hooks into the bottom of the pump or if cooler lines got to rack and pinon head

[@vladynyoh21]

Hahah I wasn't expecting the "you can see it leakin' down in derrrrrrrrrrrrr, and down in derrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr... " xd

[@scorpionwins6378]

'Murrica. Git ur dunnnn.

[@Skizzle87]

🤣

[@3gabyy]

I'm assuming my power steering is going out because my steering wheel is getting hard and my car is whining when I make a turn. Would I be correct in my assessment? Also, would this fluid be ok to use in a 98 323i manual?

[@asmircar1]

mybe ur just low on fluids. If ur using wrong fluids, pump could be damaged.

[@nadoe1808]

How do u know if your rack and pinion is bad ? Cause I currently have hard time parking and turning because my steering is hard

[@NathansBMWWorkshop]

If your rack is bad t will be leaking out of the tie rod boots, if you steering is hard your power steering pump shaft might be broken