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Old May 28, 2010 | 02:00 PM
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Im more then sure my steering fluid is low but i cant seem to find where is the CAP located to refill. thanks in advance
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Old May 28, 2010 | 04:16 PM
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On the left side between the Square shaped container (coolant overflow reservoir)and the high pressure lines...
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Old May 28, 2010 | 04:20 PM
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This is the power steering reservoir. Twisting #2(cap) from #1 reservoir will give you access to refill.
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Old May 28, 2010 | 07:02 PM
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what fluid is everybody using? I think its hydraulic fluid...not your ordinary off the shelf PS fluid
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Old May 29, 2010 | 01:27 PM
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Thanks
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