For 1990-2009 cars only
- Raise the front end of the vehicle off of the ground until the wheels are free to turn.
- Remove the inlet connector port on the pump reservoir inlet connector.
- Plug the inlet connector port on the pump reservoir.
- Position the fluid return line toward a large container in order to catch the draining fluid.
- While an assistant fills the reservoir with standard power steering fluid or optional cold climate fluid, start and run the engine at idle.
- Turn the steering wheel from stop-to-stop.
- Continue draining the fluid until all of the old fluid is cleared from the power steering system. Add one quart of new fluid in order to flush the system.
- Unplug the pump reservoir inlet. Reconnect the return line.
- Bleed the power steering system. Refer to Power Steering System Bleeding .
Notice: Do not hold the wheel against its stops while flushing the system. Holding the steering wheel against its stops will cause high system pressure, overheating, and damage to the pump and/or gear.
