How to Add Power Steering Fluid to a 1988 Volkswagen Golf TDI 1.6L 4 Cyl. Turbo Diesel TDI 1.6L 4 Cyl. Turbo Diesel

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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1988 Volkswagen Golf TDI 1.6L 4 Cyl. Turbo Diesel

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1988 Volkswagen Golf TDI 1.6L 4 Cyl. Turbo Diesel

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