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Old 05-29-2012, 11:11 PM   #1
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Hydraulic fluid level?

Had a tough time putting the slides in after our Memorial weekend trip they made a lot if noise but moved in very slowly. I think it might be from low hydraulic fluid? This pic is with all slides in and all jacks up. There is no level indicator that I can see. Am I low on fluid or is this level correct? Thanks all!
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Old 05-29-2012, 11:20 PM   #2
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Imo it should have more .
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Old 05-30-2012, 01:06 PM   #3
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The fluid level with all slides in and jacks up should be around the top indentation on the tank. That is where the indicator line is on mine.
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Old 05-30-2012, 03:00 PM   #4
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The fluid level with all slides in and jacks up should be around the top indentation on the tank. That is where the indicator line is on mine.
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Old 06-02-2012, 09:23 AM   #5
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Do you use any kind of special fluid or can I pick it up at anywhere?
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Old 06-02-2012, 09:42 AM   #6
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Do you use any kind of special fluid or can I pick it up at anywhere?
Dextron III. You should be able to get it at any auto-parts store.
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Old 06-02-2012, 09:48 AM   #7
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Thanks. Thats what I currently use. Just want to make sure there wasn't some other super duper stuff that was better.
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Old 06-09-2012, 07:54 AM   #8
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If your level has decreased, be sure to do a thorough inspection for leaks. I found one at a hose clamp, center of coach, extreme back end. I'm not sure what that metal box does, but it was slowly leaking oily fluid. Come to think of it, I think the fluid was clear, so probably wasn't hydraulic fluid. But anyway, check for leaks!
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