Re: power steering fluid for 98 a6q?

[ti@amb.org (Ti Kan)]

Valerie Delane writes:
> the owner's manual lists only a special audi part # for the power
> steering fluid.  what is the generic replacement?  i am willing to
> pay the dealer if it will really make a difference, but somehow i
> suspect that there is a high quality after-market replenishment.

It's not "if it really makes a difference".  If you don't use the
correct fluid, the seals in the system will be damaged.  The correct
fluid is Audi part number G 002 000, also known as "mineral hydraulic
fluid".  It is sold at dealers in the factory container, but you can
also buy it aftermarket as "Pentosin 10.1".  It's the same thing.
Good sourcss are the usual Q list favs: Linda @ Carlsen (408-856-6300
ask for Linda in parts and mention Internet Q list for discount), or
Rod @ The Parts Connection (http://www.thepartsconnection.com).

-Ti
96 A4 2.8 quattro
84 5000S 2.1 turbo
80 4000 2.0
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