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Subject:Re: Power Steering Fluid Protectant
From:John Meeks
Date:Thu, 13 Dec 2007 20:29:24 -0500

I emailed the tech dept at ATP-Inc:
"Is AT-213 compatible with PS systems that spec ATF (Dextron) for hydraulics?"

They replied:
"Is the recommended fluid for your power steering Dexron? If so, what is the
application you are working with? I knew that some Ford's used ATF in their
systems. However, if your application does require ATF, then the answer is yes."

I'm going to follow the good advice of the list. Flush, clean and fill
with Mobil1 ATF

Thanks All,

John Meeks
Vanagon Rescue Squad
http://www.vanagonauts.com/Vanagon_Rescue_Squad74.htm

<d23haynes57@hotmail.com> wrote:
>The only problem I have seen with the mobil 1 ATF is that racks no longer
>fail. Maybe just coincidence. Fun Bus still has the original rack at 252k.
>The synthetic ATF has the viscosity range to operate
> well in colder weather.
>
> Dennis

On Dec 12, 2007 11:07 PM, TC <trclark@shaw.ca> wrote:
> > What I'd do first is change the ATF that's in your PS system now, first.
> > And check & clean  the screen in the Res.
> > Undo the low pressure return, feed fresh, while you collect old into a
> > bucket or pan.

> http://www.mobiloil.com/USA-English/MotorOil/Other_Products/Mobil_1_Synthetic_ATF.aspx
>