Power Steering Fluid Question
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Here's what the '92 shop manual (page 3B-2) says:
"When adding fluid or making a complete fluid change, always use GM P/N 12345866. Failure to use the proper fluid will cause hose and seal damage and fluid leaks"
I had to replace a leaky pump (PITA) this month, and just bought two pints of 12345866 at Rinke Chevrolet in Centerline, MI. They have more!
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It's not the pump...
Here's what the '92 shop manual (page 3B-2) says:
"When adding fluid or making a complete fluid change, always use GM P/N 12345866. Failure to use the proper fluid will cause hose and seal damage and fluid leaks"
I had to replace a leaky pump (PITA) this month, and just bought two pints of 12345866 at Rinke Chevrolet in Centerline, MI. They have more!
Here's what the '92 shop manual (page 3B-2) says:
"When adding fluid or making a complete fluid change, always use GM P/N 12345866. Failure to use the proper fluid will cause hose and seal damage and fluid leaks"
I had to replace a leaky pump (PITA) this month, and just bought two pints of 12345866 at Rinke Chevrolet in Centerline, MI. They have more!
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GM still has the power steering fluid for the Corvette. You can get it at your local GM dealer.
http://paceperformance.com/index.asp...&ProdID=189832
You have to watch out for that Amsoil. I've read about them putting up a fake API symbol on some of their bottles.
http://paceperformance.com/index.asp...&ProdID=189832
You have to watch out for that Amsoil. I've read about them putting up a fake API symbol on some of their bottles.
Last edited by CAJUN C4; Jul 6, 2010 at 03:37 PM.
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Did the C4's, specifically the 1996 LT4, come from the factory with Synthetic, Non-Synthetic or PS Blend? Does Blend fluid require the entire PS system be flushed?
Last edited by dsmaruska; Sep 7, 2010 at 11:41 AM.
