Kia PSF-3 Power Steering Fluid

[beadvised]

07 Kia Spectra replacing power steering pump. Dealership tells me I need to use PSF-3 does anyone know of any after market power steering fluid that will work? How man quarts will I need?

 

[Klutch9]

There is no aftermarket psf3. Supposedly Kia recommends good old Valvoline Power Steering Fluid in some technical service bulletin. that's what I use, since I had some on hand any how. The web is glutted with differing suggestions from the kia dealers themselves regarding PSF, coolant, etc.

 

[artificialist]

What color is the fluid? If it is red, just use some SP-III approved ATF and you will be okay.

 

[possum328]

It is generally accepted around here that Maxlife Dex/Merc is a suitable replacement for the Kia/Hyundai PSF. I have been using it in my '05 Sedona for the past two years with zero issues. YMMV.

 

[Ken2]

How much money are you talking about--the difference between PSF-3 and something else? When unsure about a 100% compatible substitute (as we are), use the real thing.