tdingledine

I just bought a 2007 Acura TL Type S with a little over 53k miles about 2 weeks ago. I have been checking and replacing fluids and noticed the power steering reservoir was over filled so I took a bulb syringe and sucked some excess fluid out. When I did this I noticed the fluid was light brown in color. Do you normally flush/replace power steering fluid? I am under the impression the fluid should be more clear in color. Thanks for your help!

justnspace

iTrader: (1)

yes, replace power steering fluid.. Pick up some honda power steering fluid

tdingledine

Got a 3 pack of Genuine Honda PS fluid on Amazon for $18 shipped. Thanks for your help!

justnspace

iTrader: (1)

just a reminder, the power steering pump can eat seals. so, if you find that there is air in the system or steering is pretty stiff, replace inner seals to the power steering pump!

WDPanda

Light brown is the clean broken in color. Black or dark brown is when you should hurry.

tdingledine

Good to know WDPanda. I may just replace it anyways for peace of mind. Thanks for your input!

BreezyTL

iTrader: (8)

Picked me up some. Not sure if mine is dirty or not but like you said, peace of mind! Cheap too. Wheres that DIY at? I am too lay-z to search, spoon feed me!

tdingledine

Here is a video on a Honda but it would be the same for your TL.

dubblin

Hey! Just as an FYI, if you didn't already know. 2007 Acura TL Type-S were recalled because of an issue with the power steering.

I had to take mine in to get fixed. Not sure if this is related to the issue you're having, but still good information.

2007 Acura TL Safety Recalls

tdingledine

I wasn't having problems with the pump just flushed it for peace of mind! I checked and my TL is recall free. ��