Anthony,
I swapped out the P/S fluid in my '83 240D over a year ago. Used Mobil 1ATF
changed the filter. Steering response is improved. Mobil 1 is what is
recommended
for our car. The MB type is for the newer cars. You did change the filter???
As for the anti freeze GET RID of the Dex-Cool NOW. Go to your local McParts
and get Zerex G-05 this is the same as the MB fluid.
Dex-Cool is EVIL flush it out multiple times and replace with the Zerex.
When I bought my wifes 300SD it had Dex-Cool in it. Boy it was a mess.
Flushed it out with MB Citric Acid flush (Thanks Rusty) then replaced with
the Zerex. Engine temps went from 100°C down to 85-90° C depending if the
A/C was running.
OT I'm in the Market for an '81-'85 300SD for my wife. I killed hers 3 weeks
ago. Anybody have one they want to get rid of. Contact me Off List.
Russ W.
'83 240D
'81 300SD (DEAD)
Anthony Galioto wrote:
I just changed the anti freeze and power steering fluids on my 1983
240D. In the PS I put Mobil 1 ATF. I have now been told this would
damage the seals. Is this correct ? Should I drain it and install
regular PS Fluid? The manual says to use ATF.
I also changed the antifreeze. I installed Prestone Dex-Cool, it was
more expensive so I thought it's better. I am now worried because I
read the container and it says its for an aluminum engine. Should I
drain and replace this fluid?
Thanks,
Anthony
1983 240D 62900 mi
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