Power Steering Flush-Correct Fluid????

[shiprek]

I am getting ready to do a power steering flush. My fluid is dark brown and has a burnt smell. Truck has 155800 miles so I am guessing it is time.

Question: I have the procedure down pat but what fluid to use?? I have seen posts that recommend Mobil 1 synthetic ATF, Mercon, Mercon V, Redline. I have never used Amsoil products but in my case bought 3 qts. of Amsoil Fully Synthetic ATF. I am guessing this would work too??????

Input?? Many thanks.

[jesilvas]

Just an ATF would work. Shaeffer's would be great
I used the Mobil 1.

[koudaddy]

is the 6.0 flush the same as 7.3...I've search but all i see is 7.3?

[DieselFord]

Originally Posted by shiprek

I am getting ready to do a power steering flush. My fluid is dark brown and has a burnt smell. Truck has 155800 miles so I am guessing it is time.

Question: I have the procedure down pat but what fluid to use?? I have seen posts that recommend Mobil 1 synthetic ATF, Mercon, Mercon V, Redline. I have never used Amsoil products but in my case bought 3 qts. of Amsoil Fully Synthetic ATF. I am guessing this would work too??????

Input?? Many thanks.

Just was a local Ford dealer parts ans asked was told there book had use Mercon V

My ride is 2007 6.0L

[jesilvas]

Originally Posted by koudaddy

is the 6.0 flush the same as 7.3...I've search but all i see is 7.3?

I would guess it is. Same hydro boost system.

[smokersteve]

Also max out the brake peddle a few times. That will help circulate around the PS fluid through out the system.

[koudaddy]

Originally Posted by jesilvas

I would guess it is. Same hydro boost system.

Thanks I'll do mine this weekend