Power steering fluid on exhaust man. Trouble??

sdmustangrider · 01-17-2013, 12:45 PM

Just curious. Dummy me forgot to make sure the power steering hose was on tight. Found out when I turned my wheel and it rained purple liquid. But it also got all over my manifold. Something to really worry about? I did restart my car and SMOKE was presents among it was burning it off. Of course I had my hose ready for action. Should I still be worry when I turn my car back on? Maybe buy some degreaser? I know my engine does need some cleaning too.

beechkid · 01-17-2013, 01:09 PM

well a little simple green sure wouldn't hurt.....then just let the engine come up to operating temp, watch it it make sure there are no issues & you should be fine....no biggie really!

daves67ss · 01-17-2013, 01:12 PM

If you've fixed the leak, it should not be an issue. Just clean up the excess best you can and live with the smell for a while.

sdmustangrider · 01-17-2013, 01:13 PM

Cool. I know when you touch the manifolds from engine oil I don't get too nervous. But when you have a S*** load of power steering/tranny fluid spitting all over the place, I get nervous. Haha. I'll probably purple clean it. Usually pretty good taking grease off. Thanks Jeff and Dave. Just trying to gain confidence of no fires occurring. Hah.