Power Steering Bleeding: Service and Repair

BLEEDING OF POWER STEERING SYSTEM
1. CHECK FLUID LEVEL IN RESERVOIR TANK

Check the fluid level and add fluid if necessary.

Fluid: ATF DEXRON© II

HINT: Check that the fluid level is within the HOT LEVEL on the dipstick. If the fluid is cold, check that it is within the COLD LEVEL on the dipstick.





2. START ENGINE AND TURN STEERING WHEEL FROM LOCK TO LOCK THREE OR FOUR TIMES

With the engine speed below 1,000 rpm, turn the steering wheel to left or right full lock and keep it there for 2 - 3 seconds, then turn the wheel to the reverse full lock and keep it there for 2 - 3 seconds.





3. CHECK THAT FLUID IN RESERVOIR IS NOT FOAMY OR CLOUDY AND DOES NOT RISE OVER MAXIMUM WHEN ENGINE IS STOPPED

Measure the fluid level with the engine running. Stop the engine and measure the fluid level.

Maximum rise: 5 mm (0.20 in.)

If a problem is found, repeat steps 2 and 3. Repair the PS if the problem persists.