Is there any hydraulic fluid substitute that can be used in an emergency?
02-12-2007, 10:20 AM
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Is there any hydraulic fluid substitute that can be used in an emergency?
During a road trip Sunday, the ps pump developed a leak and the fluid level dropped below low mark causing brake light to stay on.
1) Is there a commonly available fluid that can be used in a pinch to top off the reservoir if CH11s is nowhere to be found on a Sunday?
2) Aside from the ugly noises, what type of damage did I potentially incur driving back 2.5 hrs (~150 miles) home withe the fluid ~1" below the low mark? Pump, yes, going to replace anyway. Steering rack? Anything else?
Thanks in advance,
Mike
1) Is there a commonly available fluid that can be used in a pinch to top off the reservoir if CH11s is nowhere to be found on a Sunday?
2) Aside from the ugly noises, what type of damage did I potentially incur driving back 2.5 hrs (~150 miles) home withe the fluid ~1" below the low mark? Pump, yes, going to replace anyway. Steering rack? Anything else?
Thanks in advance,
Mike
02-12-2007, 10:50 AM
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I always make sure I have some CH11 on hand in the garage
keeping some in the car would be a good idea. I keep at least a quart of oil stowed with the spare tire. I think I'll add CH11 to the other stuff I carry in the trunk.
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02-12-2007, 11:10 AM
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Thanks. Had extra CH11 at home, but, in the woods on Sunday afternoon no parts stores...
or VW or Porsche parts dept's to be found.
I'll be sure to carry a can in the car too now!
Mike
I'll be sure to carry a can in the car too now!
Mike
