Thanks John. When I replaced my steering rack last year, I refilled
the system with Dextron ATF. This is why I'm being cautious here.
Don't want to buy a new rack!!

I emailed the tech department of the company with the compatibility
question and will let the list know what they have to say.  jm

On Dec 12, 2007 10:13 PM, John Rodgers <inua@charter.net> wrote:
> Snake Oil.
>
> The Vanagon PS system uses ATF (automatic transmission fluid) Dextron
> II. Not Power Steering Fluid. If your pump is moaning and groaning on a
> cold start, the pump is in the first stages of giving up the ghost. If
> you have put Power Steering Fluid in it, save yourself a hassle and go
> ahead and get the new pump. Also, expect to replace some seals in the
> system as well - automotive power steering fluid will cause you seals to
> leak and other bad things to happen.
>
> Regards,
>
> John Rodgers
> 88 GL Driver
>
>
> John Meeks wrote:
> > I'm looking at a bottle of ATP power steering protectant AT-213, a
> > synthetic blend that's supposed to "Eliminate whines and noise in
> > Power Steering Systems" and "Lubricates and protects Racks and Pumps.
> > Snake Oil??
> >
> > Anyone tried this? I'd really like some feedback before I try it on my
> > noisy when cold PS pump.
> >
> > --
> > John Meeks
> >
> > '91 Multivan, '85 GL bits
> > Northern Michigan
> > KC8ZFN
> >
> > Vanagon Rescue Squad
> > http://www.vanagonauts.com/Vanagon_Rescue_Squad74.htm
> >
> >
> >
>
>
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