SuiteSuccess Posted September 11, 2018 Report Share Posted September 11, 2018 Helping a friend this week change the power steering fluid reservoir on his ‘99 International Binder. Rusted with pin hole leaks. Looks pretty straight forward. Four bolts to bracket and two hoses with hose clamps. Plan to disconnect hoses collecting fluid in pan, replace reservoir and filter, then reconnect. Realize we’re going to get some air in the system but will it bleed itself? Any tips or “gotchas”? Dexron 2 or 3 or something else to refill and amount? BTW hoses are stiff so can’t clamp off with vice grips. 2006 Volvo 780 "Hoss" Volvo D12, 465hp, 1650 ft/lbs tq., ultrashift Bed Build by "JW Morgan's Custom Welding" 2017 DRV 39DBRS3 2013 Smart Passion Coupe "Itty Bitty" "Don't go around saying the world owes you a living. The world owes you nothing. It was here first!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HERO Maker Posted September 11, 2018 Report Share Posted September 11, 2018 Carl, it sounded like you were also replacing the hoses? That's probably a good idea with them being so stiff. Rocky & Sheri Rhoades '01 Volvo 770 2016 DRV Mobile Suites, HoustonHERO Makers Ministry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuiteSuccess Posted September 11, 2018 Author Report Share Posted September 11, 2018 Rocky, They are the reinforced fiber hoses not rubber so stiffness is built into the hose. Not due to aging but we will check them. Also reading that some Internationals use 15w-40 motor oil rather than power steering fluid. So if fluid is not red would assume it’s oil? 2006 Volvo 780 "Hoss" Volvo D12, 465hp, 1650 ft/lbs tq., ultrashift Bed Build by "JW Morgan's Custom Welding" 2017 DRV 39DBRS3 2013 Smart Passion Coupe "Itty Bitty" "Don't go around saying the world owes you a living. The world owes you nothing. It was here first!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alan0043 Posted September 11, 2018 Report Share Posted September 11, 2018 52 minutes ago, SuiteSuccess said: Rocky, They are the reinforced fiber hoses not rubber so stiffness is built into the hose. Not due to aging but we will check them. Also reading that some Internationals use 15w-40 motor oil rather than power steering fluid. So if fluid is not red would assume it’s oil? Hi Carl, Please don't assume anything. You know what the word assume means ? Give the International dealer a call and ask them the question about power steering fluid. Is the truck, Toms ? Good luck, Al 2012 Volvo VNL 630 w/ I-Shift; D13 engine; " Veeger " Redwood, model 3401R ; 5th Wheel Trailer, " Dead Wood " 2006 Smart Car " Killer Frog " Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lockmup68 Posted September 11, 2018 Report Share Posted September 11, 2018 My international uses standard old Rotella15w40. Came that way from the factory. Don't forget the filter in the reservoir. 2003 International Eagle 9200i, Cummins ISX, Freedomline 2007 Teton Scottsdale XT4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuiteSuccess Posted September 11, 2018 Author Report Share Posted September 11, 2018 5 hours ago, alan0043 said: Hi Carl, Please don't assume anything. You know what the word assume means ? Give the International dealer a call and ask them the question about power steering fluid. Is the truck, Toms ? Good luck, Al Yes it’s Toms. Going over to dealer tomorrow so will double check. 2006 Volvo 780 "Hoss" Volvo D12, 465hp, 1650 ft/lbs tq., ultrashift Bed Build by "JW Morgan's Custom Welding" 2017 DRV 39DBRS3 2013 Smart Passion Coupe "Itty Bitty" "Don't go around saying the world owes you a living. The world owes you nothing. It was here first!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Kildow Posted September 12, 2018 Report Share Posted September 12, 2018 4 hours ago, lockmup68 said: My international uses standard old Rotella15w40. Came that way from the factory. Don't forget the filter in the reservoir. Last one I did was the same. But that was a 1987 9370 eagle. Have the filter to replace the fluid and filter on my KW. Sure don't look forward to it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuiteSuccess Posted September 12, 2018 Author Report Share Posted September 12, 2018 4 hours ago, lockmup68 said: My international uses standard old Rotella15w40. Came that way from the factory. Don't forget the filter in the reservoir. Pretty sure that is what is in Tom’s. Will check for sure with dealer tomorrow. 2006 Volvo 780 "Hoss" Volvo D12, 465hp, 1650 ft/lbs tq., ultrashift Bed Build by "JW Morgan's Custom Welding" 2017 DRV 39DBRS3 2013 Smart Passion Coupe "Itty Bitty" "Don't go around saying the world owes you a living. The world owes you nothing. It was here first!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adept99 Posted September 12, 2018 Report Share Posted September 12, 2018 Suite, you probably already know this, but don't forget that on the pressure side of the power steering system, you need a fiber or wire reinforced hose and a mechanical end, not a rubber hose and a hose clamp. Most large NAPA stores can make one for you. Conversely, a hose clamp will not work on a wire reinforced hose. Maybe on a fiber reinforced one. Paul & Paula + Daisy the amazing wiggle worm dog... 2001 Volvo 770 Autoshift, Singled, w/ Aluminum Bed - Toy Draggin 2013 395AMP XLR Thunderbolt Toy Hauler 2013 Smart Passion 2012 CanAm Spyder RT 2013 Harley Davidson Street Glide Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuiteSuccess Posted September 13, 2018 Author Report Share Posted September 13, 2018 Well got the old reservoir off. New ready to bolt on. Of course had to break one of the old heavy duty hose clamps so trip in to NAPA tomorrow. Took sample of fluid to dealer, turns out to be ATF so we got some new to refill. All in all pretty easy job. 2006 Volvo 780 "Hoss" Volvo D12, 465hp, 1650 ft/lbs tq., ultrashift Bed Build by "JW Morgan's Custom Welding" 2017 DRV 39DBRS3 2013 Smart Passion Coupe "Itty Bitty" "Don't go around saying the world owes you a living. The world owes you nothing. It was here first!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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