Power Steering Fluid: Testing and 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 II)
Power steering fluid capacity (approximate quantity) 0.8 L (0.85 US qt, 0.70 Imp 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.