The complete automotive resource for buyers, sellers, and owners like you.
Car, Truck and SUV Forums at Roadfly
+ Bentley Forums
+ BMW Forums
+ Cadillac Forums
+ Chevrolet Forums
+ Ferrari Forums
+ Jaguar Forums
+ Lamborghini Forums
+ Lotus Forums
+ Mercedes-Benz Forums
+ Maserati Forums
+ MINI Forums
+ Porsche Forums
+ General Discussion
+ Marketplace Forums
Re: Power Steering Fluid Changing Instructions Hel (archive)
[ Follow Ups ] [ 6-series (E24) Message Board ] [ Msg. Board FAQ ]
Posted by Mike on May 20, 2000 at 19:00:28:

In Reply to: Power Steering Fluid Changing Instructions Help... posted by Todd on May 20, 2000 at 18:17:54:

: I want to change the PS fluid in my 1988 635. I'm just going to use a turkey Baster to remove the old fluid. I'm assuming it Automatic Trans fluid since the fluid is red. Does anyone know what the proper trans fluid is to use. What does BMW spec for the car? Also do I have to pump the brakes when I remove the old fluid and put the new fluid in.
: How much fluid do I need to do the job. I have a new filter ready. Any advise or insight would be appreciated.

: Thanks,
: Todd

Any good ATF will work.

Bottom will be filled with a lot of nasty "gunk". Just clean it with a rag after draining.

Remember when refilling to fill to 10 mm below the top edge. You should do this with the car running and pumping the brakes as you fill.

If you find a wet spot the next morning you didn't pump enough.

Follow Ups:


[ Follow Ups ] [ 6-series (E24) Message Board ] [ Msg. Board FAQ ]
Questions, comments, or problems, please visit the Roadfly help desk.
Roadfly.com Logo © 1997 - 2009 Jump Internet Inc. All rights reserved.