How to Add Power Steering Fluid to a 1987 Chevrolet El Camino 5.0L V8

Chevrolet El Camino Model Years - 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987

Where to find the power steering wheel fluid in a 1987 El Camino

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1987 Chevrolet El Camino 5.0L V8 Lights Turn Signal - Front (replace bulb)

If your blinker doesn't blink, or blinks rapidly, you likely have a burnt out bulb

1987 Chevrolet El Camino 5.0L V8 Lights Highbeam (replace bulb)

On many cars, the high beam bulb runs at reduced power during the day - check 'em and change 'em!

1987 Chevrolet El Camino 5.0L V8 Lights Parking Light (replace bulb)

Small bulbs that burn out regularly - did you know you can replace these with LED lights?

1987 Chevrolet El Camino 5.0L V8

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Video Description

Is your El Camino hard to turn? You might need to add power steering fluid - this video shows you how to correctly add power steering fluid to your 1987 Chevrolet El Camino. Adding power steering fluid to your El Camino is easy (the hardest part is determining where is the power steering reservoir in your El Camino) and should be done whenever your power steering fluid is low. Before adding power steering fluid, be sure to check your owners manual to determine what type of power steering fluid to add to your El Camino. This information will typically be located in the back of the manual in a section title fluid capacities and specifications.

In a few days, check the power steering fluid level in your El Camino to make sure you don't have a leak. If you notice the power steering fluid level is low, see our how to fix minor power steering fluid leaks video.

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