Power steering fluid problem- wrong type?

Last post on Feb 16, 2009 at 11:30 AM

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#1 of 1 Power steering fluid problem- wrong type? by bkmetz2x205 Feb 16, 2009 (11:30 am)
First of all, thanks ahead of time for any help you may provide. I recently added a about 12 ounces of regular power steering fluid to the PS reservoir of my 2003 T&C. After I did so, I looked into the owner's manual which indicated that transmission fluid should be used. I called my local dealership, and a service rep. for another make (KIA, I think) indicated that it could cause a major problem. Due to past dealings with this dealership, I'm not sure I trust their knowledge and judgement. Did I make a major mistake? If I did, can I flush the system clean? How soon will a problem show up? Thanks again.

#1 of 1: Power steering fluid problem- wrong type? by bkmetz2x205; Feb 16, 2009 (11:30 am)

First of all, thanks ahead of time for any help you may provide.

I recently added a about 12 ounces of regular power steering fluid to the PS reservoir of my 2003 T&C. After I did so, I looked into the owner's manual which indicated that transmission fluid should be used. I called my local dealership, and a service rep. for another make (KIA, I think) indicated that it could cause a major problem. Due to past dealings with this dealership, I'm not sure I trust their knowledge and judgement.

Did I make a major mistake? If I did, can I flush the system clean? How soon will a problem show up?

Thanks again.