Based on the search results, the 2006 Honda Civic requires power steering fluid made specifically for Honda vehicles. It is recommended to use “Honda Power Steering Fluid” or power steering fluid made for Hondas/Acuras . Using power steering fluid made for other manufacturers or generic power steering fluid may not be suitable for the Honda Civic and could potentially cause damage to the power steering system .
Contents
- What power steering fluid can I put in a Honda?
- Do Hondas need special power steering fluid?
- What makes Honda power steering fluid different?
- What power steering fluid is good for Honda?
- Can I use ATF for power steering fluid in Honda Civic?
- Can I use any Honda power steering fluid?
- What happens if you use the wrong power steering fluid in a Honda?
- What power steering fluid goes in a Honda Civic?
- Does it matter what power steering fluid I use?
- Why do Hondas take special power steering fluid?
What power steering fluid can I put in a Honda?
Genuine Honda Fluid 08206-9002 Power Steering Fluid – 12 oz. Lubegard 24242 Complete Synthetic Honda Power Steering Fluid, 32 fl. oz.
Do Hondas need special power steering fluid?
Power steering fluid is NOT “all the same”. Honda (and Acura) does indeed use a different fluid than all other manufacturers.
What makes Honda power steering fluid different?
Honda genuine power steering fluid is different than other available choices. The formula is proprietary and not published. It was developed in the early 1990’s to solve a significant chatter symptom in Honda power steering rack and pinon units.
What power steering fluid is good for Honda?
DESCRIPTION. LUBEGARD® COMPLETE™ Synthetic Power Steering Fluid for Honda & Acura was engineered specifically for 2007 and up applications that call for a fully synthetic power steering fluid.
Can I use ATF for power steering fluid in Honda Civic?
So the answer is yes and no. Yes you can use atf in place of power steering fluid in most vehicles, in fact many manufacturers call out and as the recommended fluid. There are a few exceptions. Honda was always required a different fluid called, you guessed it, Honda power steering fluid.
Can I use any Honda power steering fluid?
Never use other fluid than Genuine Honda power steering fluid.
What happens if you use the wrong power steering fluid in a Honda?
If you have a Honda or Acura then putting in ordinary power steering fluid that does not say it is Honda compatible will dissolve the seals in the rack in less than a month. Also the wrong fluid will not lubricate the pump or rack ( or steering box ) properly or it could aerate within the lines.
What power steering fluid goes in a Honda Civic?
Idemitsu – Power Steering Fluid – 12 oz (Part No. 30102-052A) IDEMITSU Premium PSF is specifically engineered to meet the demanding performance requirements of Honda and Acura power steering units.
Does it matter what power steering fluid I use?
Power steering fluid meets requirements for viscosity, detergents, additives, and other components. Meeting these standards ensures the power steering fluid is safe to use in specific vehicles. Because requirements vary among car makes and models, always use the fluid recommended in your owner’s manual.
Why do Hondas take special power steering fluid?
It’s essential that you only use genuine Honda fluid in your Honda vehicle. Using non-Honda fluid can cause deterioration and reduce the life of the system.
