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Title: Which EHPS Fluid
Post by: Subway on April 11, 2017, 16:26

Hi, my steering pump went a few days ago and it's been like trying to drive a tiger tank, not good. I've bought a new pump off of ebay today but I was wondering if someone could help me find a recommended Power Steering fluid to best use.

Andrew

Title: Re: Which EHPS Fluid
Post by: Bossworld on April 11, 2017, 17:57

Apocryphal tales inbound - Toyota only, apparently.

Alternatives - I've seen Ravenol mentioned. I used the Total EHPS stuff for about a tenner, hasn't caused my any issues 500 miles later.

Tried to digest some of the numbers here:

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Title: Re: Which EHPS Fluid
Post by: spit on April 11, 2017, 18:03

Conventional wisdom is to stick with the correct Toyota fluid. I probably missed it but I'm not aware of anyone reporting back on a like-for-like alternative (edit: except the post above s:) :) s:) )

Part number is 08886-01206. Its not cheap - one can will do more than a few complete fluid changes.
A friendly Parts Dept may offer a Club discount. Committee set up a number of main dealer discounts many moons ago. Some have fallen away but its worth asking nicely!

Title: Re: Which EHPS Fluid
Post by: lamcote on April 11, 2017, 18:51

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Maybe another option?

Title: Re: Which EHPS Fluid
Post by: Subway on April 11, 2017, 19:21

Thanks guys, been in touch with the guy I bought the second hand pump from and he recommends....

Ravenol 1L
£10.32
Post £10.66

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Title: Re: Which EHPS Fluid
Post by: Subway on April 11, 2017, 19:24

and then there's this the original at £37 for 1 litre

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Title: Re: Which EHPS Fluid
Post by: Subway on April 11, 2017, 19:28

Saw the Granville CHF someone posted, anybody else tried this ? It's a better price if it works

£8.30 1L

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Title: Re: Which EHPS Fluid
Post by: Bossworld on April 11, 2017, 21:18

Quote from: "Subway"Saw the Granville CHF someone posted, anybody else tried this ? It's a better price if it works

£8.30 1L

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From what I've read, I wouldn't touch it unless it specifically states electro hydraulic power steering.

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The Workshop => Maintenance, Problems & Troubleshooting => Topic started by: Subway on April 11, 2017, 16:26