This page lists 5 steering parts for the 1972 Daf American, across 1 part type, covering the 746cc H2 engine. Every part shows its brand, manufacturer part number and fitment notes.
On the 1972 Daf American, the steering system 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 746cc H2 — the only engine offered in the 1972 Daf American.
Every steering part listed for the 1972 Daf American comes from PRESTONE.
1 part on this 1972 Daf American page carries a "Popular" badge — the source catalog's flag for options frequently chosen for this vehicle — PRESTONE AS261 (Power Steering Fluid). Click any part number to see every vehicle that part fits.
Power Steering Fluid
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PRESTONE Popular | AS261 | 🇺🇸 US | 32 Ounce | View on Amazon |
| PRESTONE | AS260Y | 🇺🇸 US | 12 oz. | View on Amazon |
| PRESTONE | AS262Y | 🇺🇸 US | Power Steering Fluid Plus Stop Leak12 Fluid Ounce | View on Amazon |
| PRESTONE | AS263Y | 🇺🇸 US | Power Steering Fluid Plus Stop Leak1 Quart | View on Amazon |
| PRESTONE | AS266Y6 | 🇺🇸 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.
PRESTONE supplies the 5 Power Steering Fluid parts for the 1972 Daf American. PRESTONE AS261 carries the "Popular" badge.
Listed part numbers: PRESTONE AS261, PRESTONE AS260Y and PRESTONE AS262Y, plus the other parts above.
Buying Steering Parts for a 1972 Daf American
On this vehicle, the steering system connects driver to road through the rack, pump, tie rods, and column components.
- Confirm you have the 746cc H2 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 1972 Daf American?
Our catalog currently lists 5 steering parts for the 1972 Daf American across 1 subcategory and 1 brand, covering the 746cc H2 engine. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
What are the signs of steering problems on a 1972 Daf American?
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 1972 Daf American 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 1972 Daf American?
Every part on this page is matched to the 746cc H2 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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