Checking Power Steering Fluid Level

CHECKING POWER STEERING FLUID LEVEL
1. Position the vehicle on a level surface.
2. Start the engine. With the vehicle kept stationary, turn the steering wheel several times continuously to raise the fluid temperature to 50 - 60 °C (122 - 140°F).
3. With the engine at idle, turn the steering wheel fully clockwise and counter-clockwise several times.
4. Make sure that there is no foaming of cloudiness in the reservoir fluid.





5. Stop the engine and check for any difference in fluid level between a stationary and a running engine.

NOTE
^ If the fluid level varies 5 mm (0.2 inch) or more, bleed the system again.
^ If the fluid level suddenly rises after stopping the engine, further bleeding is required.
^ Incomplete bleeding will produce a chattering sound in the pump and noise in the flow control valve, and lead to decreased durability of the pump.