Type F fluid is recommended by Ford Motor Co. for most late model Fords and certain imports, and contains certain frictional compounds required for proper operation in these transmissions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nThere is not much of a problem here, since the bottles are clearly marked to indicate the type of fluid. If you are in doubt, check your owner’s manual.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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My brother accidentally put steering fluid into the the part where the transmission fluids go. What do you suggest that he does?<\/p>\n