Power Steering Fluid??

**Kyokio** · 11-03-2008 06:50 AM

I noticed this morning that the car had a whining noise up front while idle. Also, the whining noise became more distinct when turning the wheel left or right. Does this mean that i'm low on power steering fluid? If that's the case, is there a preferred power steering fluid to purchase?

Thanks guys!

**40valve** · 11-03-2008 07:16 AM

Easy to figure out - check the power steering fluid level ;)
Mine was extremely low recently when I checked it. I've used CHF and I believe that is Audi recommended (someone correct me if I'm wrong)

**wkornfeld** · 11-03-2008 08:24 AM

Just go to the dealership, they usually will top it off at no charge. Keep in mind it's a mineral oil based fluid that can not be bought at autozone, pepboys, etc...

**Monchichi8** · 11-03-2008 10:15 AM

Originally Posted by wkornfeld

Just go to the dealership, they usually will top it off at no charge. Keep in mind it's a mineral oil based fluid that can not be bought at autozone, pepboys, etc...

Exactly! Don't go fill it with any ole' fluid,must be mineral based..go to the dealership