Power Steering Fluid

flyer92 · 10-13-2018, 01:02 PM

I know this is a minor issue, but just curious what folks are using for steering fluid. I have been using Dexron II ATF (or compatible) for 20 years in my '92 318i vert. However, while looking through some other manuals, I have seen conflicting fluid recommendations. Appreciate any feedback...thanks!

flyer92 · 10-14-2018, 10:45 AM

To be more specific, the cap on my fluid reservoir says CHF 11S, the owner's manual indicates ATF (doesn't specify Dexron), and my maintenance manual indicates ATF Dexron II. Can it get any more confusing?

PDXPeter · 10-17-2018, 05:03 PM

I used Dexron II ATF.

flyer92 · 10-17-2018, 11:26 PM

Thanks, Peter...I think I'll stick with Dexron II as well. Much appreciated!

zaq123 · 10-18-2018, 03:55 AM

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Originally Posted by PDXPeter

I used Dexron II ATF.

when, back in 90s? haha. I think one will have a hard time finding D II these days.

PDXPeter · 10-18-2018, 07:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by zaq123

when, back in 90s? haha. I think one will have a hard time finding D II these days.

Ya I stocked up back in the day.

I should elaborate. I use Pentosin ATF 1. Its compatible with old Dexron fluids.
https://www.amazon.com/Pentosin-1058.../dp/B007PCQAR8

I get it way cheaper at my local import parts shop though.

flyer92 · 10-19-2018, 08:00 AM

STP Multi-Purpose ATF is suitable for systems requiring Dexron II or greater, and is much cheaper than Pentosin. I get it at AutoZone, but you can find it almost anywhere.

10-13-2018, 01:02 PM	#1
flyer92 Member Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: California, USA Posts: 43	Power Steering Fluid I know this is a minor issue, but just curious what folks are using for steering fluid. I have been using Dexron II ATF (or compatible) for 20 years in my '92 318i vert. However, while looking through some other manuals, I have seen conflicting fluid recommendations. Appreciate any feedback...thanks!

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10-14-2018, 10:45 AM	#2
flyer92 Member Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: California, USA Posts: 43	To be more specific, the cap on my fluid reservoir says CHF 11S, the owner's manual indicates ATF (doesn't specify Dexron), and my maintenance manual indicates ATF Dexron II. Can it get any more confusing?

10-17-2018, 05:03 PM	#3
PDXPeter Advanced Member Join Date: Apr 2018 Location: Portland OR Posts: 138	I used Dexron II ATF.

10-17-2018, 11:26 PM	#4
flyer92 Member Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: California, USA Posts: 43	Thanks, Peter...I think I'll stick with Dexron II as well. Much appreciated!

10-19-2018, 08:00 AM	#7
flyer92 Member Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: California, USA Posts: 43	STP Multi-Purpose ATF is suitable for systems requiring Dexron II or greater, and is much cheaper than Pentosin. I get it at AutoZone, but you can find it almost anywhere.