Is power steering fluid corrosive?
07-14-2008, 09:13 PM
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Is power steering fluid corrosive?
Is power steering fluid corrosive? I have had a quick search but I couldn't find anything related.
I know brake fluid is corrosive but I'm not too sure is power steering fluid is or isn't.
I have a DC2 Integra and the top hose on my power steering (and o-ring inside the unit) is leaking. It doesn't look like a fast leak as the level in the reservoir doesn't look like it is decreasing.
Will the leaking/leaked fluid damage anything? ie bodywork, paint etc.
Power steering fluid has dripped on the pulley/belts and has splashed onto the underside of the bonnet and surrounding areas.
It is on the cards to get it fixed ... one day
I know brake fluid is corrosive but I'm not too sure is power steering fluid is or isn't.
I have a DC2 Integra and the top hose on my power steering (and o-ring inside the unit) is leaking. It doesn't look like a fast leak as the level in the reservoir doesn't look like it is decreasing.
Will the leaking/leaked fluid damage anything? ie bodywork, paint etc.
Power steering fluid has dripped on the pulley/belts and has splashed onto the underside of the bonnet and surrounding areas.
It is on the cards to get it fixed ... one day
07-21-2008, 10:32 AM
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I don't know if it's corrosive, but it can't be all that good for painted surfaces or wiring. Helm's manual just says "Take care not to spill the fluid on the body and parts. Wipe off any spilled fluid at once."
