Symptom Related Diagnostic Procedures: Diagnosis and Testing
STANDARD PROCEDURE - POWER STEERING FLUID LEVEL CHECKINGWARNING: FLUID LEVEL SHOULD BE CHECKED WITH THE ENGINE OFF TO PREVENT PERSONAL INJURY FROM MOVING PARTS.
The power steering fluid level can be viewed on the dipstick attached to the filler cap. There are two ranges listed on the dipstick, COLD and HOT. Before opening power steering system, wipe the reservoir filler cap free of dirt and debris. Remove the cap and check the fluid level on its dipstick. When the fluid is at normal ambient temperature, approximately 21 - 27 °C (70 - 80 °F), the fluid level should read between the minimum and maximum area of the cold range. When the fluid is hot, fluid level is allowed to read up to the highest end of the HOT range.
Use only Mopar ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid (MS-9602). Do not overfill the power steering system.