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System Bleeding

  1. Raise vehicle and support with safety stands. Fill fluid to proper level in vane pump reservoir. Turn wheels fully in both directions and recheck fluid level.
  2. Start engine and let idle. Turn steering from lock-to-lock 2 or 3 times. Lower vehicle. Run engine at 1000 RPM or less. Turn wheel from lock-to-lock 2 or 3 times. Center steering wheel.
  3. If fluid level does not rise, and no foaming of fluid is evident, bleeding is complete. If level rises more than .20" (5 mm), or foaming is evident, repeat procedure until air is released.
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