How to Add Power Steering Fluid to a 2008 Mercury Mariner 3.0L V6 Base 3.0L V6

Our research indicates that your vehicle has an electric power steering system ("EPS" or "EPAS"). These systems use an electric motor instead of a hydraulic system and therefore do not have any power steering fluid to leak. Electric power steering typically require less maintenance and are more fuel efficient.

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