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Re: out with the old an in with the new? Posted by Ari [Email]  (#2847) [Profile/Gallery]
(more from Ari) on Tue, 4 Sep 2001 10:54:30
In Reply to: out with the old an in with the new?, bens 88 9kt, Tue, 4 Sep 2001 01:00:55 Members do not see ads below this line. - Help Keep This Site Online - Signup |
Unless you KNOW the fluids were replaced, assume they are overdue.
Your best bet is to get the Haynes manual for complete descriptions of replacing the fluids. Here is a quickie overview. There are many different methods for swapping the fluids, so don't take these as the only ways:
Coolant - every two to three years. Open the drain at the bottom of the radiator, and drain the coolant into a container. Fill with water, run for a bit, drain again. Refil with new 5050 mix of coolant/distilled water. Dilute all spilled coolant well - antifreeze is highly toxic to small animals. (dogs, cats, etc.)
While the system is drained, might as well replace the thermostat. If you plan on installing a cooler fan thermoswitch, now is a good time, too.
Power steering - 3 to 4 years. Siphon reservoir empty, pull off return line, and route into a container. Refill system with new fluid. Start car, and turn steering wheel side to side. Old fluid will pour into container, keep reservoir full with clean. When clean comes out return line, refit it.
Transmission - 15K miles automatic, about 30K manual. With the automatic, you can't drain it all. Open drain and pull & clean filter. Refit, refill (takes about half of capacity), run for a few days, and drain and fill again. This replaces about 75% of the fluid. Manual - depends on year and model. Some have drains, some don't.
Brakes -new fluid every 2 years. Takes about 2 quarts to flush a 9000. Use a turkey baster to empty reservoir. Refill with clean. Best is to pressurize the reservior with a pressure bleeder. Open the bleed nipples at each wheel (one wheel at a time) with a small hose on the nipple leading into a container. When the fluid comes out clean, close the nipple and move on to the next wheel. NEVER let the reservoir run dry. Alternatively, you can do it without a pressure bleeder, and just open the nipple and let gravity do it's work. Much simpler, but much slower, and not as effective at removing gunk and moisture.
Clutch - don't remember off the top of my head - check the manual.
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