Bongo Fury

Hello Folks, Just did a quick check of the Gearbox oil / Power steering Fluid and the power steering fluid is well below the minimum and the gearbox oil is at the minimum mark.

Given that I checked the levels cold I assume that, since the gearbox oil is probably all sitting in the sump, that I'll have even less when I check it once it's warmed up!

I believe I need a D3 (DIII?) oil for the gearbox, but what do I need for the power steering? I see that Halfords do a combo DIII Gearbox/Powersteering Oil so I assume its pretty much the same stuff? The guy in Halfords wasn't sure but seemed to think it needs Ford-compatible oil. Apparently if I go back tomorrow there is a guy works there who has a Bongo - wahey!!

Anyway am I right on the gearbox oil and do I need something specific for the power steering or just the same stuff.
(Oops - forgot to mention it's a 2.5Dti Auto)

Thanks in advance for any help.

Iain

was the aft checked with the engine running and in drive?

as it may be much lower

You cannot check the ATF cold You have to drive it around to get the oil warm, place it in D (chock the wheels first) and then check the level.
Power steering fluid is the same stuff.

best im aware you can use d3 in both the box and rack

This link
and this link should help.

Thanks guys.

Yes I know you should check the ATF warm - figure if it's that low cold, it'll be non-existent warm! Will check it properly tomorrow morning though.

Slightly disappointing that the folks I bought it from supposedly serviced it. They certainly changed the engine oil but, obviously, the service didn't extend to lifting the driver's seat.

All a learning experience though!!

All a learning experience though!!

It certainly is! Good to hear you're checking everything, prevention is better than cure.

catzi wrote:Thanks guys.

Yes I know you should check the ATF warm - figure if it's that low cold, it'll be non-existent warm! Will check it properly tomorrow morning though.

Slightly disappointing that the folks I bought it from supposedly serviced it. They certainly changed the engine oil but, obviously, the service didn't extend to lifting the driver's seat.

All a learning experience though!!

Tends to read higher when warm - the fluid expands...............................

Checked it when hot and it was absolutely fine.

Good!