Power Steering Bleeding: Service and Repair

Fill and Bleed





Power steering/hydraulic level control: visually inspect for leaks and fluid level, top up fluid if necessary.

Visual inspection and leak test:

- Check connections, hoses and steering gear for traces of fluid.

Check fluid level:

- With engine switched off, check fluid level in expansion tank of power steering/level control system; if necessary top up hydraulic fluid to max. mark (1).

Note:

- If the fluid level has dropped to the min. mark (2), check the power steering/level control system for leaks. It is not enough merely to top up the fluid.



Bleeding power steering unit

Caution:
Before removing the oil tank cap, clean the tank and its immediate vicinity thoroughly. No dirt is allowed to enter the system.

1. Topping up when engine stationary:
Fill oil tank until level reaches "MAX" mark on dipstick.
2. Bleeding:
Start engine.
Turn steering wheel twice each as far as left and right lock.
3. Oil level check with engine off:
Top up hydraulic fluid to "MAX".