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johnnyd



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A friends tdi is making horibble noises when he steers
He says the steering fluid is very low, what can he top up with just to get him to a garage on Monday? Is there a specific fluid for landy's, a bit vague I know, but he's not very technical.....

Thanks

JD 2008 TDCi 2.4 XS CSW
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johnnyd



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I spotted this which says Halfords might be a no no for it

http://forum.lro.com/viewtopic.php?f=19&t=52615 2008 TDCi 2.4 XS CSW
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ickle



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I always ran straight ATF in my 200tdi, never topped up the TDCI so not checked whats in that!
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johnnyd



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He's just bought some castrol AFT dex.......

IS that OK ? 2008 TDCi 2.4 XS CSW
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ickle



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I'd do it!
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JWL



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As a bit of a field remedy you can put a capfull of brake fluid in the reservoir and top up with atf. Start the motor and with the front wheels clear of the ground on jacks or the like(to reduce the load on the steering), turn the wheels from lock to lock in a steady movement, hold them on full lock for a second or two and keep an eye on reservoir level. If jacking the front is not possible then drive forward and back to reduce the load on the steering. This will help eliminate air locks in the system. The brake fluid helps to swell up the rubber seals and help to slow down leaks.
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