What power steering fluid does GM use?
ACDelco GM Original Equipment 10-5073 Power Steering Fluid – 32 oz.
Is GM power steering fluid ATF?
Is GM power steering fluid ATF? Dexron VI is the latest GM ATF developed in 2006 for the latest six-speed automatic cars. However, GM does not advise using fluids like Amsoil Dexron VI in non-GM make vehicles that used Dexron III ATF power steering fluid.
What color is GM power steering fluid?
Deep Red Color Steering Fluid Red is a normal color for power steering fluid. When the power steering leaks, you may note a red color. The basic color of power steering fluid is red or pink to distinguish them from other fluids in the vehicle.
What can I substitute power steering fluid with?
Substitutes for Power Steering Fluid
- Automatic Transmission Fluid. Some vehicles, particularly those manufactured between the years 1980 and 2000, can use automatic transmission fluid (ATF) as a substitute for power steering fluid.
- DEXRON Transmission Fluid.
- MERCON Transmission Fluid.
When did the part number for power steering fluid change?
The part number for GM power steering fluid changed at some point from 1050017 to 89020661.
Why did GM supercede / change part numbers for their power?
Part number 89020661 has now been replaced by 89021182. The description of the newer fluid is (from Amazon.com – same in other places): Typically, when an auto manufacturer like GM supersedes an older part number, the newer part number will be compatible in place of the older version.
What kind of power steering fluid do I Need?
If in doubt ask your local parts man, or GM, if a fluid type is intended for vehicles not made in America. 89021185 is compatible with 89021184 (and both are now superseded by part# 19329450). I talked to GM parts department and they told me the 98021184 part number has been changed to part# 19329450.
What kind of power steering fluid does a Pontiac G6 use?
I called Autozone and they said there was no information on file for a 2007 Pontiac G6 and recommended that I look online. However, I’ve searched numerous sites/forums (e.g., here, here, here, here, etc.) and still do not have a definitive / consistent answer.