1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse power steering

1996 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE
340,000 MILES • AUTOMATIC
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PETERULLMAN
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My power steering leaks fluid so I have to put dexron iv (transmission fluid) in it everyday. I realized I bought dexron vi on accident and have been filling my car up with that instead. Will this ruin or mess up my car?
Apr 21, 2015 at 11:33 AM
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HMAC300
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power steering fluid should be used in p/s not trans fluid. it may harm the regulator valve where the pump will become noisy
Apr 21, 2015 at 1:13 PM
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PETERULLMAN
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Could this be why my car isn't starting now?
Apr 21, 2015 at 4:11 PM
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HMAC300
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not that has nothing to do with a car starting. scan for codes and check fuel pressure with a gauge auto parts rent it
Apr 21, 2015 at 4:35 PM
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