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Too much ps fluid?

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by MacGyvR, Aug 17, 2011.

  1. Aug 17, 2011 at 10:30 PM
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    MacGyvR

    MacGyvR [OP] Well-Known Member

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    My steering wheel has started moaning, for lack of a better word, every now and then when I'm in the process of pulling in to or out of a spot (Turning the wheel a bunch). I checked the fluid level and it was WELL above where it was supposed to be. Is there any way drain some of the excess fluid? I can only imagine the damage that can be caused by too much fluid in a pressurized system.

    Thoughts?
     
  2. Aug 20, 2011 at 3:57 PM
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    MacGyvR

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    Fixed it!

    Rather than looking for a drain like a NORMAL person, I decided to get some straws that were about 3 feet long, and just pipet the excess fluid out. I don't think I measured even a little when I added fluid a month ago. I just poured the whole thing in, like a boss.:cool:



    Just thought I'd post a solution if anyone else pulls a dumbass maneuver like I did.
     
  3. Aug 20, 2011 at 4:48 PM
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    meatman

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    Had the same problem i used a turkey baster and a hand pump for kerosen to get the excess out!
     
  4. Aug 21, 2011 at 2:26 PM
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    Flush the entire system(easy) using Amsoil Dex III. It will make it quieter. It holds just over 1 quart.
     
  5. Aug 21, 2011 at 3:34 PM
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    Hmmm, I'll keep that in mind next time I swap the fluids in my truck. Probably another thousand miles or so. Thanks!
     

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