2004 BMW 318 accidently put some oil in power steering flui

2004 BMW 318
Avatar
BIRDTALK
  • MEMBER
  • 1 POST
Steering problem
2004 BMW 318 Two Wheel Drive Manual 66000 miles

Tonight I accidently put a small portion of engine oil in my power steering fluid holder. Since the holder was almost full I did not not put a lot of oil but nonethless the power steering fluid was contaminated. What damage can it cause to the car? What should I do? (I have not started the car but got it towed to a garage).
Jan 12, 2009 at 3:28 PM
Advertisement
Avatar
DOCHAGERTY
  • CERTIFIED EXPERT
  • 9,603 POSTS
I would say get a turkey baster and suck out the oil as best you can, replace it with ATF and be happy. The possibility of damage is extremely slim if you did not drive it.
Jan 12, 2009 at 5:07 PM