Bethesda, Md.--The Motorist Assurance Program (MAP) has announced an important addition to its Uniform Inspection & Communication Standards (UICS). The addition, effective immediately, focuses on power-steering fluid exchange and the replacement of power-steering pumps, steering gears, and rack-and-pinion units.
Laboratory and field testing show that most power-steering fluids degrade measurably by 50,000 miles. Therefore, the revised UICS suggests a one-time exchange of power-steering fluid at 50,000 miles, if a service interval is not included in the manufacturer's maintenance schedule.
Additionally, the power steering fluid should be exchanged whenever a system component (pump, hose, rack and pinion, etc.) is replaced.
"These additions to MAP's UICS should help to facilitate communication between service providers and motorists," said MAP President Barry Soltz. "MAP hopes this standard will be used when counseling consumers about suggested services so motorists will recognize the importance of preventive maintenance and act before a component fails."
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