Power Steering Fluid: Testing and Inspection
POWER STEERING FLUID LEVEL CHECKINGWARNING: FLUID LEVEL SHOULD BE CHECKED WITH THE ENGINE OFF TO PREVENT PERSONAL INJURY FROM MOVING PARTS.
CAUTION: Use only Mopar Power Steering Fluid or an equivalent designed for this power steering system. Do not use automatic transmission fluid.
The power steering fluid level can be viewed through the side of the power steering fluid reservoir. There are three levels listed on the side of the reservoir, MIN. COLD, MAX. COLD and MAX. HOT. When the fluid is at normal ambient temperature, approximately 21°C to 27°C (70°F to 80°F), the fluid level should read between the minimum and maximum cold markings. When the fluid is hot, fluid level is allowed to read higher, up to the Maximum Hot marking on the reservoir.
In all power steering systems, use only Mopar Power Steering Fluid, or its equivalent. Before opening power steering system, wipe the reservoir filler cap free of dirt and debris. Do not overfill the power steering system.