power steering fluid

[stevetheelder]

Is there a special power steering fluid that should be used for 2006 Explorer v-6? I searched the Forum -- could not find a recommended fluid. What are the specs if any, like DOT 3/4 for brakes? I need to top mine off -- it is at the "min" mark.
thanx,
steve

 

[swshawaii]

Mercon ATF (Mercon V) Page 316
http://www.fordservicecontent.com/Ford_Content/catalog/owner_guides/06expog2e.pdf

MERCON ATF REPLACED BY MERCON V AS A SERVICE FLUID FOR SOME POWER STEERING SYSTEMS
http://www.revbase.com/BBBMotor/TSb/DownloadPdf?id=136391

Valvoline® ATF for MERCON® V applications
http://www.valvoline.com/products/brands/valvoline/automatic-transmission-fluid/35

 

[stevetheelder]

thanks for the info.
regards,
steve