So a few days ago I decided to replace the dynamic response fluid & filter for the hydraulic anti roll bars. Changing the filter was an easy job and I did a few drain and refills of the reservoir over the course of a few days until the fluid was nice and clear.

As I had plenty of new fluid, I thought I'd also pump out the power steering fluid. Upon draining it, I could see it was disgusting and very very black. A few drain and refills later, it's running lovely clean fluid again. Strangely, my steering does feel a bit lighter and somehow 'nicer'. Placebo effect maybe?

I get the majority of my fluids from Smith and Allan and was pleased to see that they offer a cold climate power steering fluid and it's quoted as being particularly suited for Land Rover ACE systems.
https://www.smithandallan.com/products/tra...ing-fluid/
https://ebay.us/otenOx

Whilst it isn't in the service schedule to replace the power steering fluid, surely it cannot be good for the system to have this black, horrible, dirty fluid in there and I hope changing it is a good preventative measure for the power steering components that rely on the fluid. Does anyone have any thoughts on this? Kev

MY2014 L405 RR Vogue SE 4.4 SDV8 in Corris Grey
MY2010 L320 RRS HSE 3.0 TDV6 in Stornoway Grey

That’s a good price
What colour is it. Out of interest

It's clear with a yellow tinge to it Andy. I just poured some into a glass to double check...

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RRS owners do weird shots..  2014 BMW 530d Touring, 2006 BMW 650i, 2018 Mini Cooper S

But presume after that he can steer himself smoooothly home  2008 TDV8 Buckingham Blue- SOLD

It has a wonderful bouquet and aroma  Kev

MY2014 L405 RR Vogue SE 4.4 SDV8 in Corris Grey
MY2010 L320 RRS HSE 3.0 TDV6 in Stornoway Grey

Thanks.

Smith and Allen do seam to get their colours mixed up
Or not care.

The normal stuff is green.

As long as it meets the spec, I'm not bothered about the colour. Well, as long as it isn't black that is! Kev

MY2014 L405 RR Vogue SE 4.4 SDV8 in Corris Grey
MY2010 L320 RRS HSE 3.0 TDV6 in Stornoway Grey

Always used Ravenol cold climate before which is green but f its to spec then it can be sky bluer pink with yellow polka dots for all I care 2012 SDV6 HSE (technically its hers)
2000 D2 TD5 - definitely mine
2005 D3 V8
Metalian Camper trailer for adventures