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Can you put SAE 5W40 to steering reservoir

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by Albert Wesker, Oct 4, 2011.

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  1. Oct 4, 2011 #1
    Albert Wesker

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    Can I add SAE 5W40 to the steering fluid reservoir on the International 9400i?

    What about SAE30 or SAE 15W40?
    Those are all motor oil.

    Thanks
     
    Albert Wesker, Oct 4, 2011
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  3. Oct 4, 2011 #2
    jbatmick

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    I have done it in several trucks over the years. Used Rotella 15w40. Also use it in ford pick up power steering.
     
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  4. Oct 4, 2011 #3
    Albert Wesker

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    normally I would use 15W40 but I ran out, so I added some 5W40, I wonder if that damages anything?
     
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  5. Oct 4, 2011 #4
    Moosetek13

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    Next stupid question?
     
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  7. Oct 4, 2011 #5
    Albert Wesker

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    this question is not stupid because I'm not sure if I can add specific type of motor oil in the steering
    Anyone else?
     
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  8. Oct 4, 2011 #6
    otherhalftw

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    You're not showing any more experience than he is.....the only stupid question is the one NOT ASKED!
     
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  9. Oct 4, 2011 #7
    karnage379

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    being a trained and certified mechanic ill say you can run just about any oil in a steering system as long as it multi viscosity, unless specifically stated on the cap or resevoir, but usually your ok.
     
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  10. Oct 4, 2011 #8
    Albert Wesker

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    great, thanks, now I'm relived I didn't damage anything by adding a different oil in there, but I ran out this type and added the other type then I ran out and added the third type, is it bad to mix all those together or is it fine to mix?
     
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  11. Oct 4, 2011 #9
    grizzly

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    I always run ATF in my power steering.
     
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  12. Oct 4, 2011 #10
    otherhalftw

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    Just depends on how bad a headache you can handle!

    I suggest staying with beer or wine.....that hard liquor can really do you in!:biggrin_25522:
     
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