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b. Check sightglass (3) for proper fluid level. If fluid is HOT (at engine operating
temperature), level should be at top of sightglass (3). If fluid is COLD, fluid should
be in center of sightglass (3).
c. If fluid level is low, remove fill cap (1) on power steering reservoir (2) and fill
with Dexron III hydraulic fluid (appendix G) until fluid is in center of sightglass (3)
and replace fill cap (1) on power steering reservoir (2).
CAUTION
Do not permit dirt, dust, or grit to enter power steering reservoir.
Damage to power steering system may result if power steering fluid
becomes contaminated.
NOTE
Inspect power steering fluid in sightglass for bubbles or foam. If fluid
or bubbles are visible, return vehicle to unit maintenance.
d. Run engine until fluid level is below sightglass (3), shut off engine.
e. Add Dexron III
hydraulic fluid (appendix G) until fluid level is at
center of
sightglass (3) when cold and top of sightglass (3) when hot. Do not overfill.
f. Start engine and check power steering system for leaks.
g. Inspect fluid in sightglass to ensure fluid is free of air. If fluid does not
stabilize at proper fluid level, return vehicle to unit maintenance.
1
HOT
2
COLD
3
ADD
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