Inspection

POWER STEERING FLUID

Inspection

FLUID LEVEL
1. Check fluid level with engine stopped.





2. Ensure that fluid level is between MIN and MAX.
3. Fluid levels at HOT and COLD are different. Do not confuse them.
HOT: Fluid temperature 50 - 80°C (122 - 176°F)
COLD: Fluid temperature 0 - 30°C (32 - 86°F)
Recommended fluid: Refer to MA-10, "Fluids and Lubricants".

Fluid capacity: Refer to ST-47, "General Specifications". General Specifications

CAUTION:
^ The fluid level should not exceed the MAX line. Excessive fluid causes fluid leakage from the cap.
^ Never reuse drained power steering fluid.

FLUID LEAKAGE





^ Check hydraulic connections for fluid leakage, cracks, damage, looseness, or wear.

1. Run engine until the fluid temperature reaches 50 to 80°C (122 to 176°F) in reservoir tank, and keep engine speed idle.
2. Turn steering wheel several times from full left stop to full right stop.
3. Hold steering wheel at each lock position for five seconds and carefully, check for fluid leakage.

CAUTION:
Never hold the steering wheel in a locked position for more than 10 seconds. (There is the possibility that power steering oil pump assembly may be damaged.)

4. If fluid leakage at connections is noticed, then loosen flare nut and then retighten. Do not overtighten connector as this can damage O-ring, washer and connector.
5. If fluid leakage from oil pump is noticed, check oil pump. Refer to ST-38, "EXCEPT FOR SPORT MODELS: Inspection" (Except for sport models), ST-43, "SPORT MODELS: Inspection" (Sport models).
Except For Sport Models
Sport Models
6. Check steering gear boots for accumulation of fluid indicating from steering gear.