Date:         Thu, 26 Mar 2009 19:15:10 -0400
Reply-To:     "Jack R." <jack007@COMCAST.NET>
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From:         "Jack R." <jack007@COMCAST.NET>
Subject:      Re: Flush PS?
Comments: To: Michael Sullivan <sandwichhead@GMAIL.COM>
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Michael,

Remove the return line at the reservoir and put in a bucket... keep the cap
off the reservoir and keep adding ATF fluid as someone (with the motor
running) turns the wheel from left to right.  This will cause the fluid to
cycle through and dump the old stuff into the bucket.  Keep in mind, that
since this is a recirculation system, the fluid is constantly flushed
through, so you can also extract as much as you can from the reservoir and
replace with fresh from time to time (also replace the filter).

If you haven't replaced your PS lines to the rack yet, and you live in a
northern area, it is about time to do that!  My PS line went on my 84 about
2 years ago.

Jack R.

-----Original Message-----
From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf Of
Michael Sullivan
Sent: Thursday, March 26, 2009 6:32 PM
To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
Subject: Flush PS?

Due to low level, not too low, before I add more ATF I was thinking of
flushing system since hasn't been done since PO had it. Bentley doesn't show
complete precess unless i am missing it. I did not want to top off w/o
knowing what was already in there.  I have air if needed. Thanks.
Michael in San Antonio
91GL AT 'Gringo'
73 Beetle