Notice: When adding fluid or making a complete fluid change, always use the
proper power steering fluid. Failure to use the proper fluid will cause hose
and seal damage and fluid leaks.
- Clean the area surrounding the reservoir cap (1).
- Remove the reservoir cap.
- Inspect the fluid level in the reservoir (6) at regular
intervals. Refer to
Fluid and Lubricant Recommendations
in Maintenance and Lubrication.
- If the fluid is below the MIN mark (3), add DEXRON®-III
Automatic Transmission Fluid, GM P/N 12346143 (Canadian P/N 10952622),
or equivalent, to the MAX mark (2).
- Install the reservoir cap.
- When checking the fluid level after servicing the steering system,
bleed the air from the system. Refer to
Power Steering System Bleeding
.