Should You Change Power Steering Fluid in Your Car?

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  • Power steering fluid explained and if you need to change it in your car DIY with Scotty Kilmer. Should you change power steering fluid? How to check power steering fluid. Where the power steering fluid is in your car, if you should ever change it, and why many newer cars don't even have power steering fluid. DIY Car repair with Scotty Kilmer, an auto mechanic for the last 50 years.
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  • @scottykilmer
    @scottykilmer  6 років тому +67

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    • @xXTECHxKNIGHTXx
      @xXTECHxKNIGHTXx 6 років тому

      That Instagram link takes me to some Russian video about mine craft xD

    • @sonyviva308
      @sonyviva308 6 років тому +1

      It's amazing how a 40+ year old mechanic gets his hands on Photoshop.
      I'm in that category too but only that I'm 23 today. :)

    • @Agent-im3dl
      @Agent-im3dl 6 років тому +6

      You didn’t link me to the common sense

    • @irish34csprigg61
      @irish34csprigg61 6 років тому

      Scotty Kilmer what do you use on nissan Altima 07

    • @dass0137
      @dass0137 6 років тому +1

      I believe you also used: Glasses, Air, Finger (for pointing), Gloves, and a large fan

  • @volkswagendriver9892
    @volkswagendriver9892 6 років тому +473

    Mine leaks like crazy so I always have to top it off, which sounds like an issue but its actually a feature because I have the freshest power steering fluid in the neighborhood

    • @xIntoThePitx
      @xIntoThePitx 6 років тому +16

      Trans fluid is cheaper, same shit pretty much unless ya got a Honda, they have picky seals that need special oil. (maybe changed nowadays)

    • @shabutir1820
      @shabutir1820 6 років тому +18

      I had the same mentality with my CL600 when it had a bad oil leak. All I have to change is the oil filter, the oil changes itself when its done with it!

    • @dieselrecords
      @dieselrecords 5 років тому +13

      I'm sure it's ending up on other parts of your car and destroying things

    • @daveybernard1056
      @daveybernard1056 5 років тому +27

      IKR? I have a hole in my wallet, but I just keep topping it up with fresh cash. So I'm the freshest spendthrift in the neighborhood.

    • @liveandletlive2894
      @liveandletlive2894 4 роки тому +1

      @@shabutir1820 doesn't work like that

  • @JimGriffOne
    @JimGriffOne 6 років тому +751

    Where's the power steering fluid? All over the driveway which is why I'm watching this video.

    • @rockandrolf8611
      @rockandrolf8611 5 років тому +19

      😂😂😂😂

    • @suggesttwo
      @suggesttwo 5 років тому +11

      Too late.

    • @Epineiro24500
      @Epineiro24500 5 років тому +5

      Yeah and I’m 💯% sure that watching Scotty doesn’t help.

    • @suggesttwo
      @suggesttwo 5 років тому +5

      @@Epineiro24500 Even if you can't fix cars knowing what is reliable or not is very important so you can not have to fix them very often. Lexas not Mercedes, Toyota and the sisters from other manufacturers like Pontiac Vibe is a Matrix not Dodge and alll the others 1 off good cars.

    • @thatlookslikeanasteroid1926
      @thatlookslikeanasteroid1926 5 років тому +1

      hahahaha

  • @aidanmontgomery9772
    @aidanmontgomery9772 6 років тому +11

    Just a tip, if you don't have a turkey baster, or you don't want to use the one you have in the house, get an old soap bottle pump or something similar and use that to pump all of the old fluid out into a container of some sort.

  • @dragonore2009
    @dragonore2009 5 років тому +12

    So I was one of those guys who always made sure I had an oil change during regular intervals 5k miles, coolant flushes, and changing out transmission fluid (and seals) every 60 to 100k miles or whatever the manufacture suggested, but never power steering. Well one day I went outside and there was power steering fluid on the ground, turned out my rack and pinion went bad had to get it replaced which cost alot. I wish I had thought of the power steering fluid as much as I did the other fluids, so now I do.

  • @logarithm0
    @logarithm0 5 років тому +61

    Hi Scotty, my 02 Volvo S40 used to be noisy every time I turned the steering wheel.
    I did as you suggested, taking out some of the old power steering fluid with a manual pump, putting new fluid in and driving around a bit. I did this about fifteen times as I could only get about 100 ml out each time, and now it's just perfect.
    There is no sound, no noisd, and steering feels much smoother. All this for about $15 worth of fluid.
    I can't thank you enough!
    Thanks a lot from Rome, Italy!!

    • @luckyduckydrivingschool3615
      @luckyduckydrivingschool3615 Рік тому +5

      You can also jack the front of the car up so you can turn the wheel easily, then run the car and turn the wheel back and forth while you suck out the old fluid and put in new fluid in the reservoir. It will cycle the fluid more quickly and you can basically flush the whole system in one procedure. Just make sure you buy maybe twice as much capacity for your system because you want to cycle through enough fluid until it all looks clean before topping it off for normal use.

  • @MerkinMuffly
    @MerkinMuffly 5 років тому +51

    Just added some Toyota ATF to my 2001 Corolla and 98 Camry, I just sucked what I could out and added the fluid. It made a huge difference. Will probably repeat this again in a month.

    • @bgood213
      @bgood213 25 днів тому

      What’s the huge difference??

  • @SpexSpexington
    @SpexSpexington 6 років тому +353

    My car has electronic steering. Dealership told me I should have the power steering fluid flushed. Sooooooo... guess that ain’t happening! And I guess I’m not going to this dealership anymore too!!!!

    • @u1richh
      @u1richh 6 років тому +2

      Spex lol fail

    • @mannys9130
      @mannys9130 6 років тому +43

      Don't walk away, run.

    • @yolsclassics6347
      @yolsclassics6347 6 років тому +13

      they thought they had you coming LOL!

    • @Captain_Jack514
      @Captain_Jack514 6 років тому +111

      That's when you play along. If you see the charge on the invoice, ask them how they did it. If you catch them in a lie, you threaten to sue them.

    • @vincents.6313
      @vincents.6313 6 років тому +17

      C@ptain_Jack
      bingo. I love stories like these. especially on Reddit.

  • @JueputaGuebon
    @JueputaGuebon 5 років тому +4

    Possibly the most informative, consice, and simplest to understand outlet of information I've ever come across.
    Thank you Scotty, and a million blessings to you and your family.

  • @jhill4071
    @jhill4071 3 роки тому +8

    Scotty is really a must watch channel.. Never thought about changing the power steering fluid and if our vehicles have hydraulic vs electrical power steering assist.

  • @tonybelisle423
    @tonybelisle423 6 років тому +14

    I LOVE YOUR CHANNEL SCOTTY JUST CAME ACROSS IT AND I BEEN A MECHANIC FOR OVER 25YRS AND JUST DIG YOUR CHANNEL

  • @GrillTopExperience
    @GrillTopExperience 6 років тому +29

    Timely video sir. I was just looking for mine this last weekend. Scotty has mind reading powers.

  • @melaniew77msn
    @melaniew77msn 5 років тому +21

    I like the turkey baster method. I do it every 50K or 5 years. The cost of changing the fluid is super cheap. The oil will break down over time from the high pressure. You can also find good success with just pulling out all that is in the reservior holds and filling up at every oil change. Many ways to do it right the only wrong answer is neglect. People please heed Scotty's advice and warnings I used to be a fleet mechanic so I can tell you that being on a good maintenance plan makes a huge difference in the life expectancy of your car and the amount of repairs. I would also like to add to remember your brake fluid, differentials, transfer cases and cooling system. Old fuel filters can strain fuel pumps and hurt the MPG and performance of your car. Don't forget those inexpensive PCV valves. Buy a good Haynes manual and invest some time on saturday your vehicle and wallet will thank you. Most of these jobs can be done with a cheap tool set from Harbor Freight.

    • @x_HarleyQ_x
      @x_HarleyQ_x Рік тому

      Wise advice my friend. 👍🏻

  • @cardo1111
    @cardo1111 6 років тому +14

    Good one. I always thought I was getting the "royal flush" when the dealership and others pushed the power steering flush. Good info, although as you pointed out with newer vehicles often using electric assist. The power steering flush is on its way out. The new bread and butter for the auto service industry for newer vehicles seems to be reflashing/pre and post scans for everything...

  • @xxBLKSNXxx
    @xxBLKSNXxx 6 років тому +51

    I wonder if his neighbors get tired of him doing a burnout every intro

    • @bgood213
      @bgood213 25 днів тому

      I wonder if they annoyed by that voice!

  • @topper2142
    @topper2142 4 роки тому

    You got the best DIY videos here on UA-cam,thanks for sharing your directions for car repair with us.

  • @AnythingOutdoorswithSteve
    @AnythingOutdoorswithSteve 4 роки тому +36

    I have 350,000 miles on my Toyota, I suppose I should check it for the first time.

    • @MOAON_AABE
      @MOAON_AABE Рік тому +1

      This is hilarious lol

    • @AnythingOutdoorswithSteve
      @AnythingOutdoorswithSteve Рік тому +1

      @MOAON_AABE 400,000.. I didn't check yet. I did finally replace the fuel pump!

    • @MOAON_AABE
      @MOAON_AABE Рік тому

      @@AnythingOutdoorswithSteve this is why Toyota is HARDCORE!!!

  • @unclest1nky
    @unclest1nky 4 роки тому +3

    Thank you Scotty!! You saved me from pulling out what's left of my hair!!
    BTW I loved it when you jumped up from behind a headstone and said "before it's too late!" while wearing a "Live Free Or Die!" T-shirt! Once again another awesome car repair video!

  • @ianutube22
    @ianutube22 6 років тому +6

    I love seeing Scotty proudly show off his vehicles and how many miles they have and the fact they run normal free of mechanical defects :)

  • @supermario7175
    @supermario7175 4 роки тому +1

    1996 Tacoma V6 5 speed...never changed power steering fluid...just added a little a couple times...no leaks 361,000 miles no issues 💪🤞

  • @marlon94124
    @marlon94124 6 років тому +1

    I strongly agree with you Scotty on changing power steering fluid. I learned more about that from my Mazda dealership and I felt the big difference in feel and performance on my 2004 Mazda 6s.

  • @diarmuidoc9427
    @diarmuidoc9427 6 років тому +19

    Yes, i spent nearly an hour lately looking for ps reservoir and ps pump on a 2003 Toyota Avensis. I thought i was loosing my marbles until i realised it had an electric steering! Live and learn.

    • @user-dv1zm7qj3u
      @user-dv1zm7qj3u 6 років тому

      Diarmuid Ó C lol😃

    • @geraldwalsh6489
      @geraldwalsh6489 4 роки тому

      Ever had problem with several dash lights coming on simultaneously? I DID when I bought my Avensis first. By accident,I discovered I shud be leaving engine tick over for a while after long journeys on motorways. Its in the manual,but its not something you will easily see in it. This is necessary to cool down the turbo. You live and learn the hard way....I got two different diagnostics done on the car....neither told me what the problem was

  • @spacecat7247
    @spacecat7247 3 роки тому +6

    Always change your fluids at or before interval. Use good oil, preferably synthetic if possible. Power steering units usually are non filtered so good oil and changes are super important. Especially Saginaw units. Gm has had issues with weak units over time.

  • @jefferyjin5551
    @jefferyjin5551 6 років тому +1

    Thank you!!! I was checking under the hood for power steering fluid over and over again.

  • @staypositive4358
    @staypositive4358 3 роки тому +2

    This is so easy to replace! I can't believe I never looked into this until I started hearing my steering pump humming at me. At least I knew what the noise was I got more fluid. I'm going to start replacing the old filthy fluid with new fluid the way Scotty recommend it.

  • @docjody8624
    @docjody8624 6 років тому +3

    Scotty you rock. Thank you for your generous spirit. Again, you've saved me THOU$AND$ in DIY R&R. Firm believer in Karma-- so many good things coming back to you, Sir.

  • @ClayFoxx
    @ClayFoxx 6 років тому +169

    How do i change the headlight fluid

    • @scottykilmer
      @scottykilmer  6 років тому +85

      Take it to an Otto mechanic

    • @wittelkenneth
      @wittelkenneth 6 років тому +10

      The instructions are printed on the lightbulb repair kit.

    • @GrnXnham
      @GrnXnham 6 років тому +22

      Headlight fluid? I don't have that but I DO have taillight fluid. I can see it sloshing around in there.

    • @tmac8892
      @tmac8892 5 років тому +10

      Just the blinker fluid.

    • @melissacalderon5011
      @melissacalderon5011 5 років тому

      😂😂😂😂

  • @magicrobharv
    @magicrobharv 5 років тому +2

    I just got my power steering fluid changed because of this video. Thanks Scotty!

  • @Chief_5
    @Chief_5 4 роки тому +2

    Just had my car for a maintenance check of all fluids, of course when I went to check my power steering there’s very little fluid in it, thanks a lot for nothing dealership! Scotty thanks for this awesome video.

  • @shamancredible8632
    @shamancredible8632 6 років тому +5

    Good news scotty: my 1999 chevy suburban has 200K miles on it (soon to be more than your Toyota) and it's all because I follow your advice for general maintenance and repairs. speaking of which, have you ever done a video on greasing joints and bearings? most of my vehicles are older ones (1980 to 2000) and have tons of grease fittings that I haven't exactly paid much attention to.

  • @radon360
    @radon360 6 років тому +20

    The electric power steering not only improves powertrain efficiency, it allows the automakers to do all those tricks like lane keep assist, automated parallel parking, "stick shaker" warnings and ultimately will be an integral part of self-driving modes at some point in future models.

    • @pashko90
      @pashko90 6 років тому +1

      yep. If you remember, firs self-driving prototypes was been 2 gen prius, with steering, braking and accelarating by wire from factory.

    • @ashs3380
      @ashs3380 5 років тому +4

      All of which is unnecessary. If you need your car to park for you, you shouldn't drive as it is. I can see where the reasoning to transition from hydraulic to electric comes from. Not a bad concept. But I'd rather keep my power steering.

    • @ashs3380
      @ashs3380 5 років тому +2

      Don Boss if you can't parallel park correctly, should you be trusted with driving?

    • @gravemind6536
      @gravemind6536 5 років тому

      Sounds dreadful.

  • @jasoncedeno6280
    @jasoncedeno6280 2 роки тому

    Hey Scottie I'm a new Yorker living in guam now and As you know in New York we have public transportation being on the island I needed a car but I didn't know much about cars your videos have taught me so much thank you for the knowledge you have shared.

  • @magicrobharv
    @magicrobharv 6 років тому +1

    Great videos Scotty! You are the best. I'm going to change mine. I bought a used 2007 Toyota Camry, I doubt the power steering fluid has ever been changed.

  • @xXTECHxKNIGHTXx
    @xXTECHxKNIGHTXx 6 років тому +4

    Thanks for the video! Didn't know newer cars started going to systems like this, looks a lot simpler but also could make the cost of the rack go way up if needing to be replaced.

    • @xXTECHxKNIGHTXx
      @xXTECHxKNIGHTXx 6 років тому

      Well thats good, as long as you can replace just the rack or just the motor, then it shouldn't be to bad, maybe even cheaper.

  • @dratsab1980able
    @dratsab1980able 5 років тому +3

    On a related note, my Honda's steering pump was stalling and binding, no steering etc, I changed the fluid, changed the pump! Checked the rack! Same prob each time...!!
    Turns out it was a failing crank shaft pulley, the PS pump was just the 1st thing to stall...

  • @marcodimaio3087
    @marcodimaio3087 3 роки тому +2

    Scotty you’re the best, it’s 2 days I’m looking for the reservoir and now I know I have an electric one

  • @dougn2350
    @dougn2350 5 років тому +2

    I know a lot of guys dont like electric assist steering but I've had it on my last 4 cars and I love it.
    The weird part is that after you shut off the engine it has residual boost for about 20 seconds.

  • @joser2011a
    @joser2011a 6 років тому +9

    Another great video scotty, thanks a lot. Feliz navidad. And God bless you.

    • @TSyoyo
      @TSyoyo 6 років тому +1

      joser ramirez a lot. My f150 has it and I looked up the price just to see and it was well over 500 just for the part itself

  • @briankeithnull194
    @briankeithnull194 3 роки тому

    I had a 1953 Chrysler Windsor Deluxe.
    It had power steering in it.
    But it felt like the steering wheel wasn't attached to anything at all. It also had a Dyna-Flow transmission.
    You had to push in the clutch to go forward and then it would shift automatically as long as you were going forward.
    To go in reverse you had to push in the clutch again and then again to go forward. I had it in 1976, was the 1st car I ever bought. It was so cool and unique to what all my friends were driving.

  • @FamousJuicy3
    @FamousJuicy3 5 років тому

    Thank you! Hope I find it in the morning.

  • @BobTheHatKing
    @BobTheHatKing 6 років тому +104

    Or if you have a really old car, you don’t even have power steering lol

    • @ryzyooritzz
      @ryzyooritzz 5 років тому +5

      Richard Skipper Plenty of cheaper cars from the 90s and late 80s dont have power steering

    • @RetroPCUser
      @RetroPCUser 4 роки тому +1

      My mom's 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass didn't have power steering and it was man/woman powered. If I found the exact color and year my mom had, I'll be rebuilding the transmission, engine, brakes, steering, and if it has power steering and A/C, I'll be replacing the parts.

    • @wronggg
      @wronggg 4 роки тому

      @@ryzyooritzz my 2011 Kia Rio didn't have power steering or air conditioning.

  • @driftking7633
    @driftking7633 6 років тому +6

    Merry Chrysler Scotty!

  • @rvdreamin836
    @rvdreamin836 5 років тому +2

    Nice video. Wanted to share a very recent issue I had with Sears automotive center in Key West Florida. Took my car in for oil change and they called me while doing work and said I needed the power steering and coolant fluids needed changing. I went into the shop and spoke to the mechanic and asked him to show me why these fluids needed changing, He said PS fluid should be yellow, Fluid in the pump was red. which is what I've always known it should be. Told them no to the fluid changes and they were not happy with my decision, FYI< I have a 2012 Chevy equinox V6 with 62K and in excellent condition. Beware out there.

  • @AS768
    @AS768 6 років тому

    Took me forever to find my remote reservoir in my Buick LeSabre. It was waaaay down by the firewall almost to the height of the drivers pedals. Changing it out was always fun.

  • @mihai2010ist
    @mihai2010ist 6 років тому +3

    it's funny cause today i found out my powersteering fluid is GONE. and scotty uploads this lol

  • @azman2040
    @azman2040 6 років тому +5

    Hi Scotty🐱I had been a good boy too by watching ALL of your videos😊

  • @kolebronson24
    @kolebronson24 4 роки тому +1

    Man I could watch this guy all day! He'd be a great neighbor to have lol

  • @jamiespinks3657
    @jamiespinks3657 6 років тому +1

    Love your work Scotty!

  • @chasmcl42
    @chasmcl42 6 років тому +145

    Scotty for your next tool give away can you make it a turkey baster.

    • @scottykilmer
      @scottykilmer  6 років тому +53

      I have a feeling people wouldn't get too excited about that item

    • @chasmcl42
      @chasmcl42 6 років тому +18

      i would treasure it if you signed it.

    • @pault5179
      @pault5179 6 років тому +1

      Scotty signed Gerber Tool (like Bear Grills?)

    • @shnam13
      @shnam13 6 років тому

      Haha nice~

    • @Guppypants
      @Guppypants 6 років тому +3

      I need a new one, because I used mine to suck water out of a hole I dug while working on my sprinkler. For some reason my wife won't let me use it on turkeys anymore, even though I washed it with soap.

  • @billstmaxx
    @billstmaxx 6 років тому +158

    hydraulic power steering has been bullet proof for years then they go put on something else electronic.. great more junk to break

    • @superperior
      @superperior 3 роки тому +5

      Yep 2016 dodge dart needed new steering system at 102k, 1500 bucks later.... electronic system. If it wasnt for that i would highly recommend this non turbo dart its been a great car otherwise

    • @Johnny-sd9pb
      @Johnny-sd9pb 3 роки тому +3

      @@superperior 2 years ago my 2011 mercury Milan need it's power steering system replaced. Good thing the 2011 model had a extended warranty, the same car in 2010 does not. That saved be 2 grand especially since the car isn't payed off yet.

    • @mqbitsko25
      @mqbitsko25 3 роки тому +5

      I've had a few cars with electric steering. Never had a problem. Replaced many a pump and hose though.

    • @scatpack1017
      @scatpack1017 3 роки тому +5

      If it were up to you everyone would still be driving Model Ts.

    • @michaell3711
      @michaell3711 3 роки тому +1

      My Honda Inspire (97) has the original power steering pump. Still works great.

  • @PRYVTgomerPYLE
    @PRYVTgomerPYLE 5 років тому

    If anything, you are good for people based of the fact that you are in my recommended feed. and every time I see your videos I remember that my vehicle needs maintenance... It is going in for a tune up, very VERY soon.

  • @melaniew77msn
    @melaniew77msn 5 років тому +1

    Scotty Thank You for sharing your years of knowledge and giving us all free expert advice.

    • @SlikLizrd
      @SlikLizrd 2 роки тому

      Scotty gets income from his videos. LOTS of income -- which is OK by me.
      Hucksters gotta huckster !!

  • @blacknight88
    @blacknight88 6 років тому +4

    I spent almost 1,000$ on a new rack and pinion on my 93 bonneville. A rack for my ford fusion with electronic ps is like 1,4000$. Most people cant perform this job at home. New tire rods and alignments are needed

  • @pedrofernandez3893
    @pedrofernandez3893 6 років тому +5

    I used to think that electric power steering sucked, but I now realize it's better than hydraulic. The old fashioned one would be on all the time putting out loads of pressure on the hoses and rack regardless whether you needed it or not, such as driving on a long stretch of road, the electric one only works when you need it. Others say that you don''t "feel" what the front wheels are doing with electric ones. But I have a GT86 with electric steering and it's almost psychic as far as how fast it reacts to my inputs.

    • @MV60
      @MV60 6 років тому

      Really depends on the manufacturer. I hate the steering in a mazda cx5, it's very laggy to respond. But the electric rack in our yaris is just fine, very precise and quick. I toyed with the idea of upgrading the steering in mine to electric, but the cost and work around of getting one in, I put that project on the back burner. I like the electric because you don't have to worry about the maintenance, plus heat, the hydraulic systems run blistering hot.

    • @pedrofernandez3893
      @pedrofernandez3893 6 років тому

      I just wonder how durable they are, as far as steering feeling, you are absolutely correct. Some cars are very quick to respond and have little play in the wheel, some like the Altima are like driving in slush. I also have a Yaris and the steering is more responsive than the Corolla I used to own which was hydraulic. In that Corolla I went though 2 racks, one pump and various hoses.

  • @TheLizardKing1967
    @TheLizardKing1967 3 роки тому +1

    Scotty has saved me a fortune in car repairs.

  • @Raj_1201
    @Raj_1201 6 років тому

    Great stuff! I’ve learned something new today.

  • @auuurrrgh
    @auuurrrgh 6 років тому +320

    Important life tip: Don't use your wife's turkey baster on your car.

    • @diarmuidoc9427
      @diarmuidoc9427 6 років тому +30

      Ryan Amy Don't let her find out you used her turkey baster! Ha ha

    • @davidjames666
      @davidjames666 6 років тому +40

      Ryan Amy and if you do, don't put it back. The turkey tastes like a transmission clutch pack.

    • @mrhyde0705
      @mrhyde0705 6 років тому +20

      I used the pump for her lotion bottle because her turkey baster wouldn't fit between the pump and fender :p

    • @loktom4068
      @loktom4068 6 років тому +13

      It's called southern style recipe.

    • @celestinnt
      @celestinnt 5 років тому

      @@diarmuidoc9427 😂😂😂😂

  • @ART224
    @ART224 Рік тому +3

    “If you keep your cars for decades like I do.” Classic Scotty.

  • @amjathkhan2004
    @amjathkhan2004 4 роки тому +2

    The comment section never failed to amuse me with people suggesting the opposite things to what Scotty has actually said.

    • @SlikLizrd
      @SlikLizrd 2 роки тому

      Me, too -- and those "people suggesting" are often more knowledgeable than Scotty Himself.
      But hey, ya gotta give the old man a break -- if ONLY he could get his spastic yelling and arm-flapping under control !

  • @Meta-Drew
    @Meta-Drew 3 роки тому +1

    My truck is 18 years old but only has 54k miles. No problems with the power steering but the fluid was dark black so I figured it was probably a good idea to change it. Last week I bought a gallon of power steering fluid used 3/4ths of it changing the fluid before it started coming out actually looking like power steering fluid and not like crude oil. I'll probably do one more change in a month or two once this new stuff has really worked through the system. Like I said, my steering felt fine before, maybe feels just a bit tighter and smoother now or it could be placebo, but either way I'll be keeping on top of this much better from now on.

  • @protoman247
    @protoman247 6 років тому +30

    What do you mean before it’s too late?
    :’(

    • @bahhaziz
      @bahhaziz 6 років тому +12

      PROTOMAN247 before you call the AAA to send you a tow truck

    • @GlamStacheessnostalgialounge
      @GlamStacheessnostalgialounge 5 років тому

      I dunno if your car's gonna explode or something but I think you just won't have power steering in that case....
      Maybe, I never had a car with power steering so I don't know.

    • @koshnaranek2317
      @koshnaranek2317 3 роки тому

      It was an obvious joke before you die do it.😉

  • @motorcityman401
    @motorcityman401 6 років тому +3

    Scotty, how often do u recommend changing the power steering fluid, every 50,000 miles or so??

  • @torstenhranchuk7
    @torstenhranchuk7 6 років тому +1

    happy holiday's Scotty !!! you rock heplin all kinds of folks !! your a real jake dude best regards to you and yours Scotty!!! thanx dude!

    • @scottykilmer
      @scottykilmer  6 років тому

      happy holiday, thanks for the support!

  • @mikedouek3180
    @mikedouek3180 4 роки тому

    Thank you !!! I was looking for it in my 2014 Kia Cadenza

  • @iPervy
    @iPervy 6 років тому +24

    Personally just turkey pump out some power steering fluid every time I do a oil change or transmission fluid change (especially since its the same fluid) and just put back in the same amount I took out.
    Honestly sometimes I do it just to empty out the rest of the fluid in the gallon bottle haha.

    • @jasonmcnamara2079
      @jasonmcnamara2079 6 років тому +3

      not a bad idea at all mate

    • @dillonv4298
      @dillonv4298 5 років тому

      Doesn't necessarily get rid of the dirty fluid. You'd have to drain, put new in, work the steering back and fourth a few times. Repeat the process a few times until you notice the difference in color.

    • @kccodex8931
      @kccodex8931 Рік тому

      @@dillonv4298 I like his method, you probably change all your fluid once in a blue moon, he's adding clean fresh fluid, frequently.

  • @breth8159
    @breth8159 6 років тому +71

    Power steering fluid just doesn't taste as good as it used to 😃

    • @fiber9m
      @fiber9m 6 років тому

      Bret H truth

  • @dennissmithjr.5370
    @dennissmithjr.5370 6 років тому +1

    Great video Scotty

  • @rajamubashar8050
    @rajamubashar8050 3 роки тому

    Just subscribed your channel due to your way of speech and explanation. Good Work

  • @thewhimsicalshelly5874
    @thewhimsicalshelly5874 6 років тому +61

    Hahaha! The end killed me! 😁😂😂😂

    • @rkgsd
      @rkgsd 6 років тому +4

      Hence "before it's too late".

    • @70water61
      @70water61 6 років тому

      TheWhimsicalShelly whats up sugar?

    • @siggymartin
      @siggymartin 5 років тому

      I see what you did there.

    • @jjopdrop5622
      @jjopdrop5622 3 роки тому

      You’re cute!!

  • @---skynet---
    @---skynet--- 6 років тому +17

    Damn scotty,for the next vid can u inspect your celicas 20+ year old texas heat petrified rubber power steering hoses.

    • @brandx4715
      @brandx4715 6 років тому

      oh the environment doesn't have anything to do with rubber degrading...it's all in changing your fluid...Scotty says so.

  • @StankPlanks
    @StankPlanks 5 років тому

    Thanks Scotty, love your tips!

  • @markgillera7370
    @markgillera7370 3 роки тому

    Awesome video man! Love then enthusiasm 👌🏽👌🏽👌🏽

  • @MisterLepton
    @MisterLepton 6 років тому +7

    “Before it’s too late!”
    Hahahaha!

  • @johnferguson7235
    @johnferguson7235 5 років тому

    My old Volvo has hydraulic power steering while my Acura has the electronic. You can feel the difference when hoping back and forth between vehicles but both work well. I changed the fluid in the Volvo at 10 years and 100,000 miles because it uses the Petosin mineral oil type fluid.

  • @paulbroderick8438
    @paulbroderick8438 5 років тому +2

    Owned a 1993 Honda Civic from new and never changed the steering pump oil, only top-ups. Never had a problem.

  • @deano5622
    @deano5622 6 років тому +3

    Question: Can you mix ATF fluid with power steering fluid? And what is the difference between the two?

    • @tima9734
      @tima9734 2 роки тому

      For my car, it's literally the same fluid. Both the Automatic Transmission and Power Steering uses Dexron III.
      I'm not sure for other cars. You should check your car user manual

  • @electronicsNmore
    @electronicsNmore 6 років тому +19

    You definitely switched into a different mode on YT. A lot of videos being uploaded. :-)

  • @aurablur
    @aurablur 6 років тому +1

    I remembered watching scotty © when he was at 68k subs. Talk about making it to the top! ......Goal is one day to have my cars fixed by this mechanical legend.

    • @scottykilmer
      @scottykilmer  6 років тому +1

      thanks for the years of support!

    • @jonathanasdell4539
      @jonathanasdell4539 5 років тому

      aren't all his videos intended to help us poor uneducated car owners learn how to fix things ourselves and take care of our cars? xD I do love his channel though, get what you mean

  • @burgerbirger2221
    @burgerbirger2221 6 років тому +1

    Hi there Scotty. Thanks for great vids. Wish you a merry xmas🖒

  • @jimfusco7546
    @jimfusco7546 6 років тому +2

    I am cheap. I still have a 1986 mazda b2000. Did not come with power steering. Still drive the truck to this day. Neighbor has a 6 year old Nissan, $1200 to have the rack replace.

    • @Pukwudgie_Surprise
      @Pukwudgie_Surprise 6 років тому

      Jim Fusco That Nissan should have electric power steering unless it's a very recent addition. I say this because my 2013 Nissan is electric PS.

  • @tyhiggins5415
    @tyhiggins5415 4 роки тому +8

    I wish this man taught math. I would've been a math genius if he taught at my school!

  • @gotanygrapes831
    @gotanygrapes831 4 роки тому

    Scotty always coming through

  • @jimalvarez5042
    @jimalvarez5042 4 роки тому

    This video is a bit old but still informative, thanks scotty ! I learned that my mustang has an EPS lol

  • @Shroomsterdam
    @Shroomsterdam 6 років тому +42

    Oh Scotty. We're gonna have to make a statue of you when you die. Like that Lincoln Memorial.

  • @liveandletlive2894
    @liveandletlive2894 5 років тому +3

    I think if the celica was ever for sale I'd buy it even at 300K miles!

    • @Eman1900O
      @Eman1900O 4 роки тому

      live and let live he will never make it to 300K lol he never drives it. He’s put 2K miles on it the past two years

  • @jorgenvonstrangle000
    @jorgenvonstrangle000 6 років тому +1

    I'm still new to fixing cars, especially mine since I decided to do my own maintenance, glad my car manual told me a map of the engine giving me the area where the steering fluid goes lol

  • @YatesMissiondotcom
    @YatesMissiondotcom 6 років тому

    I know UA-cam changed their policy or the rules or their algorithm or whatever, they changed the way people get videos delivered to them or recommended to them I guess, anyway, this is the best bell-ringing subscription end to the video that I could ever see. It's so great and I love the sound of the ringing Bell! Keep it up Scotty!

  • @JonnyDIY
    @JonnyDIY 6 років тому +104

    I love electric power steering! One less oil stain on my driveway ;)

    • @Ms.Fowlbwahhh
      @Ms.Fowlbwahhh 6 років тому +5

      Jonny DIY same here. I like the design honda has on my si where the motor isn’t connected right to the steering wheel so you get more feel in the wheel.

    • @Cragified
      @Cragified 6 років тому +3

      Just better hope the belt design in them has gotten better. The real achilles heel of the newer system.

    • @Artchred
      @Artchred 6 років тому +30

      More electronics more problems in the future

    • @derekisthematrix
      @derekisthematrix 6 років тому +5

      Artchred exactly. Not sure mass produced electric power steering has been around long enough to estimate longevity. Electric motors are generally very simple and shouldn't break but...

    • @Cragified
      @Cragified 6 років тому +5

      It's not the motors but the control electronics he means. And yes it is a problem as several demonstrations showing it is possible to hack into a car and give steering imputs that the driver didn't give have shown.
      Still the biggest longevity problem is still the belt, it is the weak link and will fail before the motor does.

  • @louloedepalma4302
    @louloedepalma4302 6 років тому +5

    Ever had this moment?
    "You did what? Steering fluid in the brake system? o.O Oh no /sigh"

  • @johnbroughton3401
    @johnbroughton3401 6 років тому

    I get full BG services every 3 years on my '01 F-150. Pricey? Yes, but not as pricey as replacing major components and assemblies. This not only changes out your oils and fluids but cleans out the crud and conditions seals. I like having the confidence to jump in my truck and drive anywhere.

  • @pault5179
    @pault5179 6 років тому

    Changed mine by running engine 1-2 s at a time, and replace reservoir contents each time. Also added a friction eliminator additive after a pin hole leak on a coolant pipe in front of the radiator caused all the fluid to drain out (fixed with some bike inner tube and a tiny fuel line jubilee clip)

  • @pigyear88
    @pigyear88 6 років тому +13

    I got 242000 miles on Accord and never change power steering fluid, so maybe that why I had to replace the pump last month . Also has rack and pinion leak. Should of done this 10 years ago and I may not have today's problem.

    • @BmwMe-uh9sy
      @BmwMe-uh9sy 6 років тому +1

      cuz accords are trash

    • @gn8773
      @gn8773 6 років тому

      Fuck that i have a 94 bmw 320i with 500000 on it when others have honda with problems.

    • @josebentodecarvalho5362
      @josebentodecarvalho5362 6 років тому +4

      g n X doubt

    • @jasonmcnamara2079
      @jasonmcnamara2079 6 років тому +1

      seals will eventually leak for some stupid reason, nothings forever but it can only definitely help.

    • @dillonv4298
      @dillonv4298 5 років тому

      g n Well you must be the only one with that many on it. Not a single Beamer I've seen over 290,000. Those cars were intentionally made to break all of the time.

  • @j.t.cooper2963
    @j.t.cooper2963 4 роки тому +6

    Now that I see how you drive customers cars, I wouldn't let you check my oil, let alone flat spotting my tires for me.

    • @SlikLizrd
      @SlikLizrd 2 роки тому

      I hear ya loud & clear, J.T. -- People here RAVE about Scotty's amazing abilities -- without realizing or understanding what they're witnessing -- meanwhile, the tire flat-spotting goes un-noticed.

  • @sheri2845
    @sheri2845 3 роки тому

    Okay mine is 20 years old now, the answer is yes 😂 thank you for your work on this channel, sometimes I just pop in for entertainment 🤣. I love love love this channel.

  • @cornfusedatbest6693
    @cornfusedatbest6693 4 роки тому

    Damn Scotty, yer FRENCH is SUBLIME!!! Keep pumpin out these vids buddy, you are definitely an asset to us all. PEACE

  • @rockyfish3115
    @rockyfish3115 5 років тому +9

    I noticed your Toyota has 237k on all your videos do you not drive it anymore 😂👍

    • @nihonkokusai
      @nihonkokusai 4 роки тому +1

      Hes mechanic thats normal

    • @j.t.cooper2963
      @j.t.cooper2963 3 роки тому +1

      It's just a prop at this point for his obsession with Toyota supremacy.

  • @wildbill23c
    @wildbill23c 6 років тому +4

    Next up, where's the automatic transmission fluid dipstick. LOL. Toyota removed those, they don't want you messin' with their transmissions. You just have to crawl under the vehicle and pull the check plug like you would on a manual transmission.

  • @priscillaschaewe.9864
    @priscillaschaewe.9864 6 років тому +1

    Thanks merry Christmas

  • @billiardball9650
    @billiardball9650 6 років тому

    love this guy videos good stuff

  • @armourshooter5517
    @armourshooter5517 6 років тому +159

    My car dosen't have a hydraulic power steering or electric power steering...
    #ManualSteeringLife T.T

    • @jeff3741
      @jeff3741 6 років тому +40

      My VW bus has the Armstrong steering system.

    • @PedroPerez-nd2py
      @PedroPerez-nd2py 6 років тому +5

      My VW bug has the manual steering

    • @BmwMe-uh9sy
      @BmwMe-uh9sy 6 років тому +3

      have fun putting all your effort just to turn the dam wheel

    • @QuantumRift
      @QuantumRift 6 років тому +4

      Armstrong power steering?

    • @bill605able
      @bill605able 6 років тому +2

      The manual that came with my toyota car said not to hold the steering wheel all the way to the stop to long or it could harm the electric steering motor.