is power steering oil corrosive? there's a leak of it and it's all over the engine.
2006-09-17 12:57:15 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cars & Transportation ➔ Safety
YES! Back in the day we would mix a small amount of power steeering fluid with diesel to clean auto parts (Ford automatic transmission fluid is the same fluid) It would shine up the cast metal parts and make them look new!. It become corrosive when oxygen is introduced while it works. POwer Steering lids are air tight you'll notice. Good Luck!
2006-09-17 13:04:47 · answer #1 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No. It is not corrosive. Some cars use AT fluid for power steering fluid.
Power Steering Fluid
An amber colored, light-bodied mineral oil that contains a specially developed additive package to provide good performance in power steering systems. Reduces power steering noise. Specially formulated to provide anti-corrosive and non-foaming qualities with excellent lubrication for year-round use.
2006-09-17 16:30:05 · answer #2 · answered by R1volta 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It will mess up your painted surfaces.
2006-09-17 14:21:32 · answer #3 · answered by butch 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋