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7. If the fluid level on the level gauge is not
between the notches, add fluid through the
guide pipe. Add a little fluid at a time, checking
the new level with the level gauge each time.
8. When the fluid level is acceptable, insert the
level gauge and secure it in position.
CAUTION
• Use a clean container when adding the
power steering fluid. Never use a container
that has held any other types of oil or fluid.
Foreign matter in the fluid could result in a
failure.
• Avoid adding more fluid than specified.
• Insufficient oil can make the steering heavy
or noisy and can damage power steering
components.
1 Oil filter replacement
CAUTION
• Oil filter element must not be cleaned and
reused. Always replace the filter element
with a new one.
• Replace the oil filter element simultaneously
with engine oil change.
WARNING
• Close the tank cap firmly; otherwise power
steering fluid will leak and could catch fire.
Also wipe clean spilt fluid.
• If the power steering fluid level becomes
abnormally low, fluid may be leaking. Have
the steering system inspected by an
authorized dealer.
Filter elements
Replacement
intervals
Every 10,000 km (6,000 miles)
or every 12 months
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