Bvarghese

Hey guys

My power steering fluid says "mineral hydraulic fluid" on the top... can use the synthetic one instead.. does it offer any benefits or would it effect the pump?

I was told that the FEBI 616 is the alternative for teh fluid. True?

http://www.blauparts.com/fluids.htm

KMU

if it affects it just isn't worth it.

A8CT

If it's easier (and it is cheaper) you can get it at a VW dealer too

tonypai

PS fluid is like $22/liter. Power Steering rack is like $1500.

Bvarghese

here is what i dug up on teh internet....

Pentosin CHF 11S Synthetic Hydraulic Fluid - Fully synthetic hydraulic fluid for steering and central hydraulic systems. This synthetic fluid is correct for many later models which specify synthetic fluid. Temperature range -40C to +130C.

***Note - this is currently sold as part # G00200 by Audi/VW as of 1990, replacing Pentosin CHF7.1 The CHF11S is correct for Audi/VW 1990 and later models, while Audi/VW 1989 and earlier models can use either 7.1 or 11S although 11S is recommended. Audi/VW states that 7.1 and 11S can be mixed if necessary but we suggest draining and flushing the system if you are changing from 7.1 to 11S*** 1 liter can.

1 liter can. Equivalent to the following: VW/Aud# G002000
BMW# 81.22.9.407.758 and 82.11.1.468.041, Porsche# 000.043.203.33
Rolls-Royce & Bentley# RH5000

FYI just incase no Audi dealership is around

tonypai

<center><img src="http://www.ecstuning.com/stage/images/product/iadmin/1260_x600.jpg"></center><p>from ecstuning.com. $14.95/liter.