Flushing

DESCRIPTION
Always flush the power steering system when replacing any component due to fluid contamination. Also flush the power steering system if contamination is observed in the power steering fluid.

PROCEDURE
1. Place the oil cooler-to-reservoir hose at remote reservoir in a container and plug the power steering return line clamp. A piece of extension hose may be used.
2. Fill the vehicle remote power steering reservoir with MERCON(r) Multi-Purpose (ATF) Transmission Fluid.
3. Disable ignition and raise the front wheels off the ground.
4. While an assistant adds approximately 1.9 liters (0.5 gallon) of MERCON Multi-Purpose (ATF) Transmission Fluid, turn the ignition switch to the START position and crank the engine with the starter motor while turning the steering wheel from left to right.
5. When all the fluid has been added, turn ignition switch to the OFF position.
6. Remove the plug from the power steering pump reservoir and connect the power steering hose to the power steering pump reservoir.

CAUTION: Do not overfill power steering pump reservoir.

7. Check fluid level. Add fluid if necessary.
8. Crank engine and recheck fluid level. Add fluid as necessary.
9. Lower vehicle. Enable ignition.
10. Start engine and turn steering wheel slowly from lock-to-lock several times. Check fluid level and adjust as required.