NOTE: If the steering is difficult or the power steering system is contaminated, the system flushing procedure must be performed as detailed below. If any components have been replaced in the power steering system, the entire procedure below must be performed.
NOTE: Illustrations may differ in some details, but the fundamental points are completely true.
1. Remove the power steering fluid reservoir cap.
2. Using a suitable syringe, remove the working fluid from the power steering reservoir.
3. Disconnect the power steering fluid reservoir.
CAUTION: Liquid leakage may occur.
NOTE: Mark the position of the clamp.
4. Disconnect, but do not remove, the power steering fluid reservoir.
5. Disconnect the power steering return hose from the power steering reservoir.
6. If the return hose has a quick-release coupling, disconnect the power steering fluid return hose by removing the clamp.
7. Using a suitable plug, plug the power steering fluid reservoir return line.
CAUTION: Liquid leakage may occur.
NOTE: Plug all holes. Use new plugs.
8. Connect a suitable tube to the power steering return hose to drain the fluid.
CAUTION: Liquid leakage may occur.
NOTE: Make sure the long tube is not bent or twisted and is properly secured with clamps.
9. Place a suitable funnel on the power steering fluid reservoir.
NOTE: A suitable funnel must have a capacity of 4 liters and an O-ring seal.
NOTE: A suitable funnel must have a secure seal where it meets the power steering reservoir to prevent fluid leakage.
10. Raise the vehicle and place it on supports so that the wheels are just off the floor.
WARNING: Do not work on a vehicle supported solely by a jack. Always place reliable supports under the vehicle.
11. Using a suitable funnel, add the recommended fluid to the power steering system. The fluid level should be maintained at 2/3 from the top of the funnel.
Steps 8 and 9 should be performed within 2 to 3 seconds of each other. Failure to do so may result in damage to the power steering. Fluid may leak.
12. Flush the power steering system.
Fluid may leak. Do not allow the power steering fluid level in the reservoir to drop below the minimum mark. Failure to do so may result in damage to the power steering. After 4 liters of fluid have been poured into the power steering reservoir, the engine must be turned off.
13. Start the engine.
14. With the help of a partner, turn the steering wheel from one extreme position to the other 3 times at intervals of approximately 5 seconds.
15. Continue flushing the power steering until 4 liters of working fluid enters the power steering reservoir. This takes about 30 seconds.
16. Remove the funnel.
CAUTION: Liquid leakage may occur.
17. Disconnect the tube from the power steering return hose.
CAUTION: Liquid leakage may occur.
18. If the return hose has a quick-release coupling, connect the power steering fluid return hose by installing the clamp.
CAUTION: Liquid leakage may occur.
NOTE: Mark the position of the clamp.
19. Install a new power steering fluid reservoir. For more information, refer to the chapter: Power Steering Reservoir (211-02 Power Steering, Removal and Installation).
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