Honda Power Steering Fluid

http://Honda.autoboardz.com/Honda-Power-Steering-Fluid-ftopict132418.html (Honda Power Steering Fluid)
My PS fluid needs topping off. Is this something special I *must* get from the dealer or can I just top-off with generic DOT3 from Autozone etc? The PS fluid reservoir cap says to use only genuine Honda PS fluid for top-off, though. What's the consensus? I've used generic in my Toyota for years - ..
« Use the right stuff....it's cheap insurance. »
« ------------------------------ If you put DOT 3 in there you'll probably destroy the system in about two minutes. DOT 3 is BRAKE fluid. It strips paint. You need a little bottle of HONDA power ste.. »
« Are the specifications for Honda PS fluid any different than OTS? »
« Oops, getting my fluids mixed up. I meant generic PS fluid - not DOT3 brake fluid. Thanks Kofi The PS »

http://Honda.autoboardz.com/2000-Civic-power-steering-fluid-ftopict235321.html (2000 Civic power steering fluid)
No problem but mine has never been changed (50K miles) should it be ? (Honda dealer says they can do it for $ 45.00)
« no. of course. but you're better off giving them the money and having them /not/ change it since that way there will be no contamination and no seal problems. honda power steering systems are go.. »
« : YES. YES. Do it. Really. Make sure they use genuine Honda PS fluid. This is imperative. $45 is a cheap price to make sure your system will remain good and leak-free for many years hence. Ever pri.. »
« what is the service interval specified in the honda manual? »
« Did you see the this as a maintenance item in your service schedule? Did the dealer say it should be done? Jeff »