Power Steering fluid type and capacity?

[Colin RedGriff]

I'm planning to upgrade the PAS hoses next week and will need to flush and the refill the PAS fluid. Anyone know how much fluid is needed to fill the system from empty?

Is the handbook recommended fluid still the best option?

I was wondering if it was worth inserting a filter in the pas hose. Anyone know where I can get one and where in the pipe is the best place to put it? In the feed to the pump I assume?

Thanks

Colin

[BliarOut]

Mine runs on ATQ and i've got a Magnefine filter in the return line to the reservoir (low pressure). For the little they cost they are a worthwhile investment IMO.

[Colin RedGriff]

Thanks Rob

Where did you get the filter from? I did a quick google but an't find a UK supplier.

Colin

[BliarOut]

An automatic transmission place near Bristol. Hiltonig has bought one more recently but I can't remember where he got it.

[Colin RedGriff]

Any idea how much fluid is in the system?

[alexcurtis]

you will need less than a litre, as i had to replace of the seals on th erack in the summer and most of the system was bleed out especially the resevoir and i have used less than half a litre i think...

[Colin RedGriff]

Thanks, I'll get a litre as I want to flush it as well