17 Power Steering, Checking Hydraulic
Oil Level
Perform the Following
– Remove the cap from the reservoir.
– Wipe the dipstick off with a clean cloth.
– Install the cap hand-tight, then remove it again and check the
fluid level.
Fluid level is only valid if screw cap has been screwed on.
Engine not running and front wheels in straight-ahead position.
– Check the oil level.
Oil level must be located between lowest marking -arrow A- and
the highest marking -arrow B- of dipstick.
Note
♦
Fluid must be drawn off if the level is above the specified
range.
♦
If fluid level is below specified range, the hydraulic system
must be checked for leaks. Refer to
⇒ “18.2 Steering System, Checking for Leaks”, page 376 . It
is not enough to just add fluid.
♦
Do not use drained hydraulic oil.
– If hydraulic system is properly sealed, fill hydraulic fluid.
– Install the cap on the reservoir hand-tight.
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