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visual inspection (trans fluid, rear end and powersteering) - playadude - 03-14-2011
Hi,
Can a good mechanic tell if my trans fluid, rear end and powersteering fluid need to be changed by looking at the current condition of these fluids/components?
I don't have records for these items being changed (I don't have records for anything done to the car I just bought, great car, good owner, just no records, long story).
RE: visual inspection (trans fluid, rear end and powersteering) - larsalan - 03-14-2011
A liter of gear oil costs like $2 so just change it. The trans and power steering fluid are the same fluid. Doubt it really is of great importance what the steering fluid looks like. The trans fluid should be red not black or dark. And you should be able to see through it. Is that translucent? Not opaque.
RE: visual inspection (trans fluid, rear end and powersteering) - playadude - 03-15-2011
larsalan,
Good advice, sorry to ask such a stupid question. The car is new to me, and it's the first car like this I have bought. (I absolutely love this car, really weird, but I have a very expensive sports car in my Garage too, but I prefer to drive my 20 year old W126), I want it to last forever.
Pete
RE: visual inspection (trans fluid, rear end and powersteering) - ForcedInduction - 03-15-2011
Most importantly, change the steering filter in the bottom of the reservoir.