Procedure

Check box A2 of the modification identity plate before preceding. Check to see if the banjo bolt installed in the car has a yellow paint mark. Continue as follows if the box has not been marked or there is no paint mark on the banjo bolt. Check the IRIS On-Line Recall & Service Campaign Inquiry for open campaigns.





1. Undo and bend aside the main fuse box, and fasten using strap 83 95 212.

2. Pinch off the power steering return hose with suitable soft tooth hose clip pliers.

Bear in mind that the power steering system is vary sensitive to dust and dirt. Therefore, maintain the utmost cleanliness when working on the power steering system.

3. Clean around the banjo bolt.

4. Place a rag under the connections, to collect any fluid.

Cars with manual gearbox: Take care not to damage the master clutch cylinder.





5. Undo the banjo bolt.

6. Remove the banjo bolt and aluminum washer/seal from the delivery pipe.

Make sure the check valved is not still connected to the steering gear. If necessary, remove the check valve before the new banjo bolt is fitted.

7. Fit the new banjo bolt and new aluminum washer/seal to the delivery pipe.





8. Tighten the banjo bolt to the steering gear.
Tightening torque: 24 Nm (18 lbf ft).

9. Fit the main fuse box.

10. Refill the system with new hydraulic fluid, in accordance with specifications.

Always use new fluid.

Do not turn the steering wheel, as air can enter the steering gear requiring longer to purge.

11. Run the engine for 5 seconds.

The pump can be damaged if the engine is run for more than 5 seconds when the fluid level is too low.

12. Check the fluid level in the reservoir, and top up if necessary. At 68°F (20°C), the fluid level should be half way between the MAX and MIN marks.

13. Start the engine and let it run until no more bubbles appear in the fluid reservoir. Use a torch to be able to see properly.

Abnormal noise from the pump is an indication that there is still air in the system.

14. Switch off the engine and check the fluid level. Top up if necessary.

15. Check for leakage around the connectors on the steering gear.

16. Wipe up any spilt fluid.