Where to find out which PAS fluid I need for 2012 Viano 3.0CDi?

[Droverunner]

Following my mistake yesterday thinking my PAS on a 2012 Viano 3.0CDi was elec I'm going to change the fluid now I know it's a hydraulic system.

Mercedes would no doubt sell me the correct fluid but I want 2lit and they would be charging around £42 delivered from what I can see. 2lit of Febi fluid would be under £22 delivered which appeals more.

Apart from Febi's application chart which seems sure I need their 08972 fluid I can't find anywhere the Mercedes part no/grade for my vehicle and I would like to double check. My handbook makes no mention of topping up the power steering or a fluid type.

Any thoughts appreciated.

 

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[Droverunner]

Thanks. I've checked them out and they advise a generic all-makes type fluid that covers many but not all Mercedes PAS applications. I really want to find the Mercedes grade for mine as an accurate start for a cross reference. In truth it may be only going to Mercedes and opening my wallet a little wider will sort this.

 

[Droverunner]

Just an update... Mercedes confirm the PAS type for my vehicle which is their grade 236.3 which does cross reference to the Febi fluid 08972 on the Febi website so I can order that.