Fluid Level Check
- Keep vehicle level.
- Check fluid level. With the engine stopped, check the fluid level in the oil reservoir. If necessary, add fluid.
- Start the engine and run it at idle. Turn the steering wheel from lock to lock several times to boost fluid temperature.
- Check for foaming or emulsification. See Figure. If there is foaming or emulsification, bleed power steering system.
- With the engine idling, measure the fluid level in the oil reservoir.Stop the engine. Check fluid level rise. Wait a few minutes and remeasure the fluid level in the reservoir. Maximum fluid rise should be 0.2" (5 mm). See Fig 1. If a problem is found, bleed power steering system.
- Check fluid level.
NOTE:
Check that the fluid level is within the HOT level range on the reservoir cap dipstick. If the fluid is cold, check that it is within the COLD level range.