Prestone PS fluid for Honda

[vinu_neuro]

Has anyone used this? I'm at school and my PS system has relatively fast leak. I don't have time to go to the dealer to get OEM fluid, esp driving there with the resevoir empty. Walmart is a 3min walk from my apartment and they have Prestone PS fluid for Honda/Acura.

 

[Hokiefyd]

If it's your only choice, it's your only choice. I'd prefer the OEM fluid, but even non Honda-specific generic fluid would be better than a dry system. The Prestone "fluid for Honda" should work fine.

 

[rjacket]

They have something called stop leak as well. Do a search to find some recommendations.

 

[HTSS_TR]

I used Prestone PSF for Honda in a 1991 Accord without any problem. As mentioned above, try some PSF stop leak (Bar Leaks ?).

 

[mechtech2]

Try a small shot of STP mixed in. It will help - the right direction. As you know, mechanical repairs are in order, though.

 

[Chris142]

If it says that it's for a Honda PS it will be fine.

 

[bruckus]

Have used the prestone psf in my Honda and Acura vehicles for several years with no problems. I buy a bottle now and then and do the turkey baster method of replacement. Works great but you will have to locate and repair your leak.

 

[gogozy]

Originally Posted By: Hokiefyd

If it's your only choice, it's your only choice. I'd prefer the OEM fluid, but even non Honda-specific generic fluid would be better than a dry system. The Prestone "fluid for Honda" should work fine.

+1

 

[CharBaby]

Originally Posted By: mechtech2

Try a small shot of STP mixed in. It will help - the right direction. As you know, mechanical repairs are in order, though.

I used STP P/S fluid(for Honda/Acura) and lost my P/S retrun. You won't find this product(STP for Hon/Acu) anymore as it was only on the market for a short time many years ago. It was the worst P/S fluid I had ever used in a Honda. I used the Bardahl to cure what the STD had done. Use only P/S fluids labeled for use in HONDA/ACURA. I have used Bardahl and Accel P/S fluid for Honda vehilces and it was fine. And Yes, I agree that a mechanical fix is in order!

 

[Sayjac]

Never seen Prestone PSF specifically for Honda/Acura until this thread and googled it. Looks like the real deal. I've used Bardahl PSF specifically made for Honda many times. Based on it's advertising, The Prestone PSF for Honda should be fine.

 

[vinu_neuro]

I've been using this stuff for a week and haven't noticed any difference from Honda ps fluid.

 

[CharBaby]

Originally Posted By: vinu_neuro

I've been using this stuff for a week and haven't noticed any difference from Honda ps fluid.

Yeah, like mentioned earlier, if it's for a Honda, the steering feel/return and such should be OK! Also as mentioned, a fix is in order. Could be something simple like one of the feed/return lines! I have fixed many old Honda P/S leaks in the past by bending my own tubing and fitting the rest of the system with fuel line of the appropriate size

 

[mva]

Originally Posted By: sayjac

Never seen Prestone PSF specifically for Honda/Acura until this thread and googled it. Looks like the real deal. I've used Bardahl PSF specifically made for Honda many times. Based on it's advertising, The Prestone PSF for Honda should be fine.

The Bardahl PSF made for Hondas is not very good in cold weather (-10C or colder). It is much thicker than the OEM Honda fluid and it makes the steering stiff. I am not sure about the Prestone but I think this is a case where you should stick to the OEM Honda fluid.

 

[CharBaby]

Originally Posted By: mva

Originally Posted By: sayjac

Never seen Prestone PSF specifically for Honda/Acura until this thread and googled it. Looks like the real deal. I've used Bardahl PSF specifically made for Honda many times. Based on it's advertising, The Prestone PSF for Honda should be fine.

The Bardahl PSF made for Hondas is not very good in cold weather (-10C or colder). It is much thicker than the OEM Honda fluid and it makes the steering stiff. I am not sure about the Prestone but I think this is a case where you should stick to the OEM Honda fluid.

I certainly believe that the Honda P/S Fluid is the absolute best in this cold tempurature situation. I did notice stiff(er) steering when using the Bardahl/Honda PSF in the very, very cold temps but it wasn't terrable either, even down below 0 deg F. At these temps, the whole car was stiff especially at -15 deg F. And as the vehicles age, they just don't seem the same as when new. GEE, who would'a thought We just don't get much colder than that here on the Lake Ontario although in other parts of the state it certainly does!

 

[mva]

Originally Posted By: Char Baby

I certainly believe that the Honda P/S Fluid is the absolute best in this cold tempurature situation. I did notice stiff(er) steering when using the Bardahl/Honda PSF in the very, very cold temps but it wasn't terrable either, even down below 0 deg F. At these temps, the whole car was stiff especially at -15 deg F. And as the vehicles age, they just don't seem the same as when new. GEE, who would'a thought We just don't get much colder than that here on the Lake Ontario although in other parts of the state it certainly does!

My point is that the Bardahl fluid has significantly different basic properties than the Honda fluid even though it claims to meet Honda specs. I compared the two containers of fluid at -30C and the Bardahl would not pour at all whereas the Honda PSF was still liquid. This is important where I live as it was -37C three weeks ago. If the cold weather properties are drastically different what else is different? I was offended that the Bardahl claims it "meets all Honda specifications". I won't be buying any more of their products.

 

[CharBaby]

Originally Posted By: mva

Originally Posted By: Char Baby

I certainly believe that the Honda P/S Fluid is the absolute best in this cold tempurature situation. I did notice stiff(er) steering when using the Bardahl/Honda PSF in the very, very cold temps but it wasn't terrable either, even down below 0 deg F. At these temps, the whole car was stiff especially at -15 deg F. And as the vehicles age, they just don't seem the same as when new. GEE, who would'a thought We just don't get much colder than that here on the Lake Ontario although in other parts of the state it certainly does!

My point is that the Bardahl fluid has significantly different basic properties than the Honda fluid even though it claims to meet Honda specs. I compared the two containers of fluid at -30C and the Bardahl would not pour at all whereas the Honda PSF was still liquid. This is important where I live as it was -37C three weeks ago. If the cold weather properties are drastically different what else is different? I was offended that the Bardahl claims it "meets all Honda specifications". I won't be buying any more of their products.

Again, I trust what your saying!