Checking and Adding Power Steering Fluid Standard
- Run the engine until the power steering fluid reaches normal operating
temperature, about 80°C (170°F).
- Turn OFF the engine.
- Remove the reservoir cap.
- Verify that the fluid level is at the proper level on the fluid
level indicator (dipstick).
- If the fluid level is low, add power steering fluid to the proper
level. Refer to
Fluid and Lubricant Recommendations
.
- Install the reservoir cap.
- After you service the steering system, bleed the air from the
system after you check the fluid level. Refer to
Power Steering System Bleeding
.
Checking and Adding Power Steering Fluid Automatic Apply Parking Brake
- Run the engine until the power steering fluid reaches normal operating
temperature, about 80°C (170°F).
- Do not turn OFF the engine in order to check the fluid level.
- Apply the parking brake manual lever.
- Place the transmission in neutral.
- Remove the reservoir cap.
- Verify that the fluid level is 2 inches from the bottom of the
reservoir on the fluid level indicator (dipstick).
- If the fluid level is low, add power steering fluid to the proper
level. Refer to
Fluid and Lubricant Recommendations
.
- Install the reservoir cap.
- After you sevice the steering system, bleed the air from the system
after you check the fluid level. Refer to
Power Steering System Bleeding
.