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Crasher242



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Wrong fluids!

Hi all
I have done a very foolish thing. This morning I went to top up my coolant reservoir and in a fit of rank stupidity I started to add coolant into the Dynamic Response reservoir instead!
I realised my error almost immediately but not before I’d poured in about 1/2 litre!

I managed to draw out about 250ml using a siphon syringe but that was all I could get out.
Realistically what are my options?
And does this also mean I should refrain from driving it (unless direct to my local Indy)?

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Merchy



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Don't take this as gospel, but looking at RRS sites, relating to dynamic response systems, you probably need the system draining, flushed and replenished with fresh oil.
I read one quote saying don't even drive it if the level has dropped below minimum as you could destroy the pump which will cost you a fortune. I know a hydraulic pump will not like coolant fluid.

I am no expert on this, best plan for you IMO would be to talk to a good Indy and ask for advice, not a main dealer. Basically err on the side of caution, seek advice before driving any distance.

As an aside, it does take more guts to admit making such a mistake than hide it, when I read your post I didn't know wether to laugh or cringe at the thought. A classic 'I don't believe I just did that' moment Thud

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https://www.fullfatrr.com/forum/topic59048.html

More info on this thread, you are not the 1st and probably not the last Big Cry

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archermav



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If it were me, I'd drive it to the Indy and get it flushed. Better safe than sorry after all.

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Crasher242



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Thanks all for the replies (and thanks Dave for the link to the similar post!)

I'll get it booked in... Big Cry Current
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