Thanks
Thanks for the responses much appreciated.
I still can't believe I did this. I should have known like engine oil there are different viscosity and specs.
My (poor) excuse for not checking the power steering reservoir level is because of all the cars I've owned not one has ever needed to be topped up. Ever. Somehow this has resulted in me not checking the power steering fluid on my Volvo during my weekly oil/coolant check, tyre pressure and washer fluid top-up.
This mishap has taught me a lesson. I can just see my father shaking his head in disgust.
Thought I'd share my power steering fluid ****-up on the forum in the hope it doesn't happen to somebody else.
As it happens my car is booked into my preferred independent garage for new front brake pads, brake fluid renewal, brake hoses and handbrake adjustment next week so I will ask them to flush and replace power steering fluid at the same time.
Cross fingers I won't have damaged the steering rack, hoses or reservoir. I'll report back next week.
Christian
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