GLOBAL CATALOG 05-04-2016

3F's
Fluid/ Flush/ Filter
FLUID
HARD PARTS
Up to 30% of all steering comebacks are due to
contamination in the steering system fluid.
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Use the right fluid quality:
Not all power steering fluids are created equal. Be sure to use fluid that meets O.E. specifications for
your vehicle. Refer to our approved fluid list.
Use the right fluid type:
Some steering systems do not require power steering fluid; they require other O.E. specified fluid
types. Also, note that cleaning the steering system with common shop chemicals can damage power
steering seals.
FLUSH
Late-model steering systems are designed to be smaller, lighter and more efficient. The tighter tolerances of
these systems allow smaller particles to cause contamination. Failure to properly flush the system can lead
to binding, poor returnability, leaking, hard steering, intermittent assist and noise.
The photo below compares the different tolerances of an old- and new-style campac, an internal power
steering pump component that is now affected by fluid contamination.
Broad tolerance allow
debris to flow through.
OLD ROLLER-STYLE CAMPAC
1968-72 AMC PASSENGER CARS
Tighter tolerances lead
to contamination and
failure.
NEW VANE-STYLE COMPAC
2000-08 CHEVY/ GMC TRUCKS
FILTER
Filtration is essential for protecting the steering system from contamination. Find out more about
Magna-Pure® Power Steering Pumps and Magna-Pure® In-Line Filters featuring patented by-pass filtration
technology offered exclusively by CARDONE.