Power Steering Fluid Inspection

POWER STEERING FLUID INSPECTION

Fluid Level Inspection

1. Verify that the fluid level is between MAX and MIN of the reserve tank when the engine is cold.

- If the fluid is not at the specified level, adjust the fluid level (MIN-MAX on reserve tank) by adding/draining the fluid.

Power steering fluid type
- ATF M-III or equivalent (e.g. Dexron (R) II)

Power steering fluid capacity (approximate quantity)
- 0.8 L {0.85 US qt, 0.70 lmp qt}

Fluid Leakage Inspection

1. Start the engine and idle it.

2. Turn the steering wheel fully to left or right, to generate the fluid pressure.

CAUTION:
- Do not maintain the steering wheel fully turned for 5 s or more. It is possible that oil temperature can rise and this will negatively affect the oil pump.

3. Inspect for the fluid leakage at the points indicated in the figure.






- If fluid leakage is found, repair the related parts.