Procedures

Power Steering, Checking Fluid Level

Cold Fluid

- With engine not running, move front wheels in straight-ahead position.





- Remove reservoir cap - arrow - with dipstick.

- Clean dipstick with clean cloth.

- Screw cap on hand-tight and remove again.

CAUTION!
Screw cap fully in to get an accurate fluid level reading.

- Check fluid level: Fluid level must be in area of MIN mark (up to 2 mm above or below mark).





• If fluid level is above specified range, fluid must be siphoned off.

• If the fluid level is below the specified level, check the power steering system for leaks. It is not sufficient just to add fluid.

• If no leaks are detected, top off with power steering fluid "G 002 000".

- Screw in cap hand tight.

Warm Fluid, 122° F (50°C) or Higher

- With engine not running, move front wheels in straight-ahead position.

- Unscrew reservoir cap - arrow - with fitted dipstick.





- Clean dipstick with clean cloth.

- Screw cap on hand-tight and remove again.

CAUTION!
Screw cap fully in to get an accurate fluid level reading.

- Check fluid level: Check fluid level. It must be between MIN and MAX markings.





• If the fluid level is above the MAX mark, siphon fluid off.

• If the fluid level is below the MIN mark, check the power steering system for leaks. It is not sufficient just to add fluid. If no leaks are detected, top off with power steering fluid "G 002 000".

- Screw in cap hand tight.