Can't find anyone to do a power steering flush!!

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I have called all kinds of places to do a power steering flush and no one does them. Has anyone ever found a place that does? Was it some rinky dink kind of place? I know they do them....it's kind of the same principal as a rad flush. I really need to get one done. I have 80,000 miles and I have done the turkey baster method but I really need to get the crap out of the system then I can keep it maintained since it has the original fluid still lurking in there.

Any mechanic should offer it as a service. Where have you been looking?

Try local quick lube like Penn10 or Jiffy. That's where I get mine done.

Do it yourself save about $50.

How?

Trust me, leave it to the pros as they have the machine to do the job properly. Getting everything out of the lines and rack/pinion is key to doing it right

If you come to SZ04' you can have it done locally by the guy who did mine and it cost about $50.00 and he uses quality Valvoline products throught the process. Its not just suck it out with a turkey baister and replenish what you took out, come on now

If you can't come to SZ04', just call the dealership and see what they charge

Theres gotta be a good dealership somewhere near you, right

Originally posted by KTPdave:
How?

Look here. I unhooked the hose, started the engine and added as the system took it. Worked great, and took all of 5 minutes. Be ready, it will take the fluid FAST. I had someone start and turn off the engine and I made sure it didnt run out of fluid. Very easy job.

is there anything that you can use while doing that that will clean the system out as it runs through there??? like the berryman's does for the intake

Originally posted by KTPdave:
How?

First off you need

two people including yourself
5/8 hose clamp, screw type works best
2 or 3 quarts of Automatic Transmission fluid type "F" make sure it is type "F" or else you will have problems
needle nose pliers
trash bags
garden hose
drain pan?
duct tape
funnel

First remove the power steering fluid cap. Then put the trash bag over the fender, put the drain pan under the car, about directly under the resiorvor. Then remove the hose that runs along the firewall,( by the way the clamp has to come on of the hose, it is fine to brake it or whatever to get it off, you have a new one anyways) not the one going to the pump, the other one. I had to use needle nose pliers to force it off, use duct tape and plug the white end where the hose was coming off the resiovor. Then have someone start the engine, but tell them not to turn the wheel. After a minute have them shut off. Now put the funnel in the cap hole, fill it to the max line. Now have your friend start the car and turn the wheel, as soon as you hear a groan, shut it OFF!!!! That means you wernt pouring fluid fast enough and the pump was working without fluid. Keep having the friend start the car and turning the wheel until they can turn the wheel completly to the left and right without and groaning that means you must keep pouring fluid to, I had them turn it about five times each way. Now reconnect the hose that was disconnected, refill the resiovor a bit above the max line. Now keep and eye on it for a day or to as it might drop, mine did slightly.

Your cost $8 cost for a dealer $80

I had mine done at the Ford stealership. Anywhere that sells wynns products should offer the service.

Originally posted by HITMANinMI:

Originally posted by KTPdave:
How?

First off you need

two people including yourself
5/8 hose clamp, screw type works best
2 or 3 quarts of Automatic Transmission fluid type "F" make sure it is type "F" or else you will have problems
needle nose pliers
trash bags
garden hose
drain pan?
duct tape
funnel

First remove the power steering fluid cap. Then put the trash bag over the fender, put the drain pan under the car, about directly under the resiorvor. Then remove the hose that runs along the firewall,( by the way the clamp has to come on of the hose, it is fine to brake it or whatever to get it off, you have a new one anyways) not the one going to the pump, the other one. I had to use needle nose pliers to force it off, use duct tape and plug the white end where the hose was coming off the resiovor. Then have someone start the engine, but tell them not to turn the wheel. After a minute have them shut off. Now put the funnel in the cap hole, fill it to the max line. Now have your friend start the car and turn the wheel, as soon as you hear a groan, shut it OFF!!!! That means you wernt pouring fluid fast enough and the pump was working without fluid. Keep having the friend start the car and turning the wheel until they can turn the wheel completly to the left and right without and groaning that means you must keep pouring fluid to, I had them turn it about five times each way. Now reconnect the hose that was disconnected, refill the resiovor a bit above the max line. Now keep and eye on it for a day or to as it might drop, mine did slightly.

Your cost $8 cost for a dealer $80

Like I said, leave it to the pros, no trash bags, no tranny fluid and no duct tape and it only cost me $50.00 to have it professionally done and considering it really only needs to be done every 40K, whats a couple bucks

I think we need to spray some WD40 on people here in the CEG, we've got alot of "squeaky" people

yeah but for the DIYer's what can you use to flush out the mess that is in there?? i plan on doing it this weekend, along with a brake fluid flush

Originally posted by CRZYDRVR:

Look here. I unhooked the hose, started the engine and added as the system took it. Worked great, and took all of 5 minutes. Be ready, it will take the fluid FAST. I had someone start and turn off the engine and I made sure it didnt run out of fluid. Very easy job.

Yeap! I did mine too that way, and it was pretty simple.

Whats the problem with "squeaky" CEGers?

Don't listen to him, he has a problem with DIY work.

I do have a problem with "do it yourself" because I don't have the patience/"know-how" to do it. Theres (2) kinds of people out there, those who can do it, and those who can't, I'm the latter

Besides, I don't like getting dirty either

except when I detail someones car, then thats different!

My only problem is where do does a DIYer dispose of the used fluid? My local DPW only accepts engine oil, as for coolant, I bring it to the hazardous waste 'fair' twice a year.

You just find an open sewer drain and dump it down there. Hell it is free and it isnt much fluid so why not.

Originally posted by The Striped SVT:
I do have a problem with "do it yourself" because I don't have the patience/"know-how" to do it. Theres (2) kinds of people out there, those who can do it, and those who can't, I'm the latter Besides, I don't like getting dirty either except when I detail someones car, then thats different!

I think he was talking about me there, as I usually brake something while trying to fix a broken part.

Originally posted by The Striped SVT:
I do have a problem with "do it yourself" because I don't have the patience/"know-how" to do it. Theres (2) kinds of people out there, those who can do it, and those who can't, I'm the latter Besides, I don't like getting dirty either except when I detail someones car, then thats different!

Man I thought the whole CEG spirit was DIY. I was a pay-for-everything kind of guy, but CEG showed me other way.

Now I'm confused.

Originally posted by HITMANinMI:
You just find an open sewer drain and dump it down there. Hell it is free and it isnt much fluid so why not.

Originally posted by touredon:

Originally posted by HITMANinMI:
You just find an open sewer drain and dump it down there. Hell it is free and it isnt much fluid so why not.

Agreed....

You could be drinkin that [censored] some day

Originally posted by HITMANinMI:

Originally posted by The Striped SVT:
I do have a problem with "do it yourself" because I don't have the patience/"know-how" to do it. Theres (2) kinds of people out there, those who can do it, and those who can't, I'm the latter Besides, I don't like getting dirty either except when I detail someones car, then thats different!

I think he was talking about me there, as I usually brake something while trying to fix a broken part.

You have got to be kidding me. I really hope you were joking when you typed such an ignorant response. See, the HAZARDOUS fluid you dump down a PUBLIC water system will cause you to get fined and hopefully jail time. I may have a car without catalytic convertors (only b/c the underbody was clogged) and I still pass emissions (Roush headers gutted underbody cat). I will never knowingly pollute our already messed up environment. Oh, if the SVT fails emissions test, I will buy a new underbody cat to comply. I am no tree hugger, but dammnit, I try to do my part while living on this blue marble.

Quick lube place.

Originally posted by HITMANinMI:
You just find an open sewer drain and dump it down there. Hell it is free and it isnt much fluid so why not.

OK....so maybe YOU wanna end up drinking it but no one else does.

I had my car at the dealer yesterday for an oil change, and while I was waiting, I overheard the service manager recommend power steering flushes to two customers ahead of me. The dealer quoted a price of $59, and I noticed they had Wynn brochures around, so I'm presuming they're using Wynn products. For some reason, the shop never mentioned my car needing a power steering flush. I'm assuming the fluid looked OK, although its never been flushed in its 145,000 mile life. Maybe in my weekend "casual" clothes, I didn't look like I could afford a flush!

Originally posted by HITMANinMI:
You just find an open sewer drain and dump it down there. Hell it is free and it isnt much fluid so why not.

If you're talking about antifreeze the sanitary sewer isn't really "that bad" a place for disposal. Back in NY the quick lube places can apply for permits to dump used coolant down the floor drain - in upsate NY they actually like a little antifreeze in the sewer to keep the gray water from freezing. Aiports spray TONS of the stuff when they de-ice. Biggest risk is a pet drinking some of the concentrated runoff and dieing.

It's pretty much perfectly acceeptable to dump used coolant right down the utility sink drain, as sewer treatment has no probs wwith it.

Quote:

How to dispose of antifreeze
General Info:
These disposal methods are commonly accepted, however your local government may have specific instruction and bylaws for safe disposal. To be certain of any restriction contact your local government or waste disposal utility.

Technique:

For small amounts dilute with water and pour into the drain or toilet. Do NOT do this if you are disposing of large quantities or if you have a septic system.

Now any kind of oil - tranny, motor... is HORRIBLE to put down the drain or sewer. Even relativwely small amounts can wipe out life in smaller streams and ponds.