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1984 Chevrolet Camaro Repair Question


Topics covered: Engine, Power steering, Steering.
Mileage: 106,000 miles.

Asked on March 10, 2013

Chevrolet Camaro Engine Problem

If someone put power steering flue in the dipstick we think is for transmission fluid. What will happen to the car? It is a 1984 chevy camaro 350 engine 8 cylinder
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Replied on March 10, 2013

Most power steering systems use a transmission grade oil, if you are at all concerned get a transmission service done, are you sure it was power steering oil added?

Tiny Answered by mhpautos (expert)
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Replied on March 10, 2013

Yes we are just trying to make sure which dip stick it was put in as there are two in the engine.

Tiny Response from sjknot2day
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Replied on March 10, 2013

If small amount of trans type oil was added to engine that is not a huge problem, if you find out what was added where let me know.

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