The 1973 Reliant Scimitar has 5 steering parts with verified fitment on this page — 1 part type and 1 brand, covering both the 2.8L V6 and the 3.0L V6. Each part includes a manufacturer part number and application notes.
On the 1973 Reliant Scimitar, the steering system connects driver to road through the rack, pump, tie rods, and column components. Every listed part is a Power Steering Fluid.
The 1973 Reliant Scimitar was sold with both the 2.8L V6 and the 3.0L V6. All 5 parts on this page fit every engine.
Every steering part listed for the 1973 Reliant Scimitar comes from PRESTONE.
A "Popular" badge means the source catalog flagged the part as frequently chosen for the 1973 Reliant Scimitar. 1 part has it: PRESTONE AS261 (Power Steering Fluid). Each part number opens a page with every vehicle that part fits.
Power Steering Fluid
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PRESTONE Popular Fits: all 1973 Scimitar engines | AS261 | 🇺🇸 US | 32 Ounce | View on Amazon |
| PRESTONE Fits: all 1973 Scimitar engines | AS260Y | 🇺🇸 US | 12 oz. | View on Amazon |
| PRESTONE Fits: all 1973 Scimitar engines | AS262Y | 🇺🇸 US | Power Steering Fluid Plus Stop Leak12 Fluid Ounce | View on Amazon |
| PRESTONE Fits: all 1973 Scimitar engines | AS263Y | 🇺🇸 US | Power Steering Fluid Plus Stop Leak1 Quart | View on Amazon |
| PRESTONE Fits: all 1973 Scimitar engines | 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.
5 Power Steering Fluid parts for the 1973 Reliant Scimitar come from PRESTONE. The "Popular" part is PRESTONE AS261. Every part fits both the 2.8L V6 and the 3.0L V6.
This group includes PRESTONE AS261, PRESTONE AS260Y and PRESTONE AS262Y and the remaining parts above.
Buying Steering Parts for a 1973 Reliant Scimitar
On this vehicle, the steering system connects driver to road through the rack, pump, tie rods, and column components.
- You do not need to pick an engine: every steering part on this page fits both the 2.8L V6 and the 3.0L V6.
- 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 1973 Reliant Scimitar?
Our catalog currently lists 5 steering parts for the 1973 Reliant Scimitar across 1 subcategory and 1 brand, covering both the 2.8L V6 and the 3.0L V6. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
Do steering parts differ between 1973 Reliant Scimitar engines?
No. On this page every steering part fits both the 2.8L V6 and the 3.0L V6. You do not need to pick an engine to choose the right row — use the notes for position and trim.
What are the signs of steering problems on a 1973 Reliant Scimitar?
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 1973 Reliant Scimitar 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 1973 Reliant Scimitar?
Every part on this page already fits both the 2.8L V6 and the 3.0L V6. 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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