Power Steering Fluid: Service and Repair

Power steering fluid level, checking

- Do not run engine and turn front wheels to straight ahead position.

Cold oil (exterior temperature approx. +20 degrees C)

- Remove cap.
- Wipe dipstick off with a clean cloth.
- Screw cap on hand-tight and remove again.

The cap must be fully screwed in order to obtain an accurate fluid level reading.





- Check fluid level: Oil level must be in "MAX" marking area.

Warm oil (Oil temperature +80 degrees C)

- Check fluid level: Oil level must be 10 mm above "MAX" marking.

Note:
^ Fluid must be drawn off if the level is above the specified range.
^ If oil level is below aforementioned area, then the hydraulic system must be checked for leaks. It is not sufficient to merely top off the fluid.
^ Do not use drained hydraulic oil.