The 1997 Bentley Continental has 10 steering parts with verified fitment on this page — 1 part type and 3 brands, covering the 6.8L V8 Turbocharged engine. Each part includes a manufacturer part number and application notes.
The steering system on the 1997 Bentley Continental connects driver to road through the rack, pump, tie rods, and column components. Every listed part is a Power Steering Fluid.
Every part on this page is matched to the 6.8L V8 Turbocharged — the only engine offered in the 1997 Bentley Continental.
The most listed brands for 1997 Bentley Continental steering parts are VALVOLINE (7 parts), ACDELCO (2 parts) and PRESTONE (1 part). Quality grades include Multi-Vehicle and Type III.
2 parts on this 1997 Bentley Continental page carry a "Popular" badge — the source catalog's flag for options frequently chosen for this vehicle — including VALVOLINE 798153 (Power Steering Fluid) and VALVOLINE VV3246 (Power Steering Fluid). Click any part number to see every vehicle that part fits.
Power Steering Fluid
Dexron
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VALVOLINE Popular | 798153 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Dexron III / Mercon ATF1 Quart | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE | 773636 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Dexron III / Mercon ATF1 Gallon | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE | VV349 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Dexron III / Mercon ATF5 Gallon Pail | View on Amazon |
Multi-Vehicle
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VALVOLINE Popular | VV3246 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Max Life Multi-Vehicle or Maxlife Multi-Vehicle Full Synthetic ATF1 Quart | View on Amazon |
| PRESTONE | AS268Y6 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | European Vehicle12 Ounce | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE | 822389 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Import Multi-Vehicle ATF1 Quart | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE | 773775 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Max Life Multi-Vehicle or Maxlife Multi-Vehicle Full Synthetic ATF1 Gallon | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE | 881051 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Maxlife Multi-Vehicle Full Synthetic ATF5 Gallon Bay Box | View on Amazon |
Type III (H)
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACDELCO | 109240 | 🇺🇸 US | 1 Quart | View on Amazon |
| ACDELCO | 109241 | 🇺🇸 US | 1 Gallon | View on Amazon |
This table covers the fluids specified for this steering system. Typical signs include discolored fluid, a burnt smell, or a level that keeps dropping. Use only the specification in the notes — the tables group grades because they are not interchangeable.
10 Power Steering Fluid parts are listed for the 1997 Bentley Continental, from VALVOLINE, ACDELCO and PRESTONE. VALVOLINE 798153 carries the "Popular" badge.
In the Dexron grade, VALVOLINE supplies 3 parts: grouped under the catalog's "Dexron" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is VALVOLINE 798153.
In the Multi-Vehicle grade, VALVOLINE and PRESTONE supply 5 parts: grouped under the catalog's "Multi-Vehicle" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is VALVOLINE VV3246.
In the Type III (H) grade, ACDELCO supplies 2 parts: grouped under the catalog's "Type III (H)" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is ACDELCO 109240.
Buying Steering Parts for a 1997 Bentley Continental
On this vehicle, the steering system connects driver to road through the rack, pump, tie rods, and column components.
- Confirm you have the 6.8L V8 Turbocharged engine — every part on this page is matched to it.
- Read the notes on each row for position, trim and spec qualifiers before you order.
- Where labor overlaps, replace the inner and outer tie-rod ends together on higher-mileage vehicles, then get an alignment.
- Cross-reference the manufacturer part number against your old part or a service-manual listing.
Start with the largest groups on this page: Power Steering Fluid .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many steering parts fit the 1997 Bentley Continental?
Our catalog currently lists 10 steering parts for the 1997 Bentley Continental across 1 subcategory and 3 brands, covering the 6.8L V8 Turbocharged engine. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
What are the signs of steering problems on a 1997 Bentley Continental?
Common symptoms include play or looseness on center, a whine when turning, fluid weeping from rack boots, or uneven tire wear on the front axle. If you notice any of these, identify the affected subcategory above and cross-reference the part numbers listed.
What should I replace at the same time?
Where labor overlaps, replace the inner and outer tie-rod ends together on higher-mileage vehicles, then get an alignment.
What do the market flags (US, CA, MX) on each part mean?
They show the market for which the manufacturer published application data for that part — where the vehicle was first sold, not where the part was made. If your 1997 Bentley Continental was originally sold in the US, the safest choice is a part marked for the US market.
How do I make sure a part fits my 1997 Bentley Continental?
Every part on this page is matched to the 6.8L V8 Turbocharged engine. Then flush old power-steering fluid when replacing a pump or rack — grit in the old fluid is the number-one cause of repeat failure. The notes column carries position and trim qualifiers where they apply.
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